DANIEL
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Found in many Thorne Research supplements.
I ask because they seem to be a good company otherwise.
I've heard some people say it's dangerous to the gut lining, others say it's not a big deal.
From Thorne's website:
"Silicon dioxide
Also known as silica, is a naturally-occurring compound that contains silicon, a mineral that is ubiquitous in nature and found in many foods, especially those high in fiber, and, because it is necessary for bone growth and maturation, it is also often added to nutritional supplements designed for bone support.
Silicon dioxide is used to control moisture content and to help powders flow into capsules. Although silicon is sometimes confused with silicone (the synthetic substance used in breast implants), there is no chemical similarity between these two substances."
I ask because they seem to be a good company otherwise.
I've heard some people say it's dangerous to the gut lining, others say it's not a big deal.
From Thorne's website:
"Silicon dioxide
Also known as silica, is a naturally-occurring compound that contains silicon, a mineral that is ubiquitous in nature and found in many foods, especially those high in fiber, and, because it is necessary for bone growth and maturation, it is also often added to nutritional supplements designed for bone support.
Silicon dioxide is used to control moisture content and to help powders flow into capsules. Although silicon is sometimes confused with silicone (the synthetic substance used in breast implants), there is no chemical similarity between these two substances."