Silica Complex
by NOW · Tablet or Pill
Supplement facts from the label of Silica Complex by NOW: Calcium 50 mg, Zinc 5.0 mg, Manganese 2.0 mg, Horsetail extract 575 mg….
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium (Calcium Citrate) | 50 mg | 4% | 2,500 mg · 6% at label max |
| Zinc (Zinc Amino Acid Chelate) | 5.0 mg | 45% | 40 mg · 38% at label max |
| Manganese (Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) | 2.0 mg | 87% | 11 mg · 55% at label max |
| Horsetail extract | 575 mg | — | — |
| └ Silica (Horsetail Extract) | 40 mg | — | — |
| Boron (Boron Amino Acid Chelate) | 1.0 mg | — | 20 mg · 15% at label max |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Kosher · Women (not pregnant or lactating) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1 tablet 1 to 3 times daily, preferably with food.
Formula re: Contains: Silica is a naturally occurring element necessary for the production of collagen and glycosaminoglycan, two structural compounds important for the health of skin and joints. It is also an important component of hair and nail health.
Formula re: Contains: NOW Silica Complex is a unique blend of nutrients that support the health of skin, hair, and nails, structural features essential to natural beauty, along with the integrity of joints and bones.
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Precautions re: Children: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Not recommended for pregnant/nursing women. Consult physician if taking medication (including diuretics), or have a medical condition (especially liver, kidney, heart dysfunction).
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).