Fructo Borate Complex

New form of boron supplementation that is the exact molecular structure of dietary boron found in fruits, vegetables and nuts. US Patent #US 5962049 A. Fructo Borate 240 mg with calcium ascorbate 260 mg provides 6 mg of elemental boron. No excipients. 60 capsules per bottle. 500 mg per vegetarian capsule.

• Patented Technology creates a highly effective Fructo Borate molecule.
• 240mg fructoborate and 260mg calcium ascorbate per vegetarian capsule.
• Each capsule supplies 6mg of elemental boron.
• New form of boron supplementation: US patented carbohydrate bound boron.
• Exact duplicate of dietary boron found in fruits, vegetables and nuts.
• Association Constant high: Receptor sites receive entire molecule.
• Osteoporosis: Reduces excretion of Mg and Ca, re-mineralizes bone.
• Use therapeutically against osteoarthritis: Reduces pain and swelling and increases mobility.
• Down-regulates immune system: Reduces over-reactive neutrophil levels.
• Anti-oxidant: Increases SOD and Catalase production.
• Anti-aging: Increases Vitamin D and Steroid hormone levels in the blood.
• Anti-cancer: Reduces PSA marker for prostate cancer.
• Clinical trial: 1 to 2 capsules BID to reduce pain and regenerate bone; 1 capsule daily for maintenance. Observed results period is from 2-8 weeks.
• No filler, flowing agents or excipients of any kind.

FOOD SCIENCE: THE APPLICATION AND USE OF Fructo Borate [plant-based Dietary boron].*

Arthritis and Osteoporosis: Bone and Joint Health

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Brain, Heart, Lung & Breast Health

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Anti-inflammatory & Longevity

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Boron and Polyphenols: Fructo Borate in No 7 Systemic Booster (or with High ORAC)

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One capsule contains:
Vitamin C (from Calcium Ascorbate)  234mg    400%DV
Calcium (from Calcium Ascorbate)  26mg     3%DV
Fructo Borate Complex (yields 6mg elemental Boron)  240mg 

Other Ingredients:  Cellulose &water (capsule shell).

FRUCTO BORATE — The Fructo Borate is designed to reduce osteoarthritis’ joint pain and swelling, and increase joint mobility.*

Anti-inflammation and reduction of joint pain: Clinical trials suggest 1-2 capsules twice a day.*

Bone health: Fructo Borate helps to re-mineralize and strengthen bones, increases absorption of vitamin D, calcium, and magnesium. Take 1-2 caps a day.*

Heart health: Boron is shown to lower C-reactive proteins (marker for cardiovascular disease). Take 1-2 caps a day.*

Lung & immune support: Take 1-2 caps a day as anti-inflammatory for lung congestion (can take up to 6 a day for 2 days, reduce to 2-4 caps a day). Take 1-2 caps at the onset of a cold or flu.*

Our favorite: The master mineral, boron, in the Fructo Borate is in command of so many functions in the body. We add it to many of our protocols to enhance healing. Since Frcuto Borate mimics the boron in foods, it is exceptionally available.*