Product Review

Bamboo Extract is made out of the most nutritious part of the bamboo, containing a complex source of amino acids, vitamins and minerals. Bamboo is a rich source of silica, a mineral that is found in multiple tissues in the body. Bamboo is almost 70% silica. This mineral is found in teeth and bones, and silica may promote bone formation by playing a role in the absorption and maintenance of calcium levels. Silica is also thought to play a role in the health of skin, hair, and nails. Bamboo has natural antioxidant properties as a result of phenolic compounds like phenolic acids and luteolin flavones. Phenolic acids are compounds found in plant-based foods. Phenolic compounds are essential for the growth and reproduction of plants and are produced as a response for defending injured plants against pathogens. There is some thought that these same protective properties can bring similar benefits when phenolic compounds are consumed. You probably already know horsetail grass is a great source of natural silica, but it's nothing compared to bamboo. While horsetail is about 7% silica by weight, bamboo boasts an average 70% all-natural silica concentration! The average healthy adult maintains approximately 20 grams of silica within the body, but that level tends to drop with age due to reduced assimilation and other factors. Supplementing with quality all-natural silica like our Bamboo Extract is a great way to ensure healthy intake and nourish the vital tissues that depend on this essential nutrient.