Silicon (Silica)
A trace element marketed for hair, skin, nails, and bone.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Limited human evidence for the marketed beauty benefits.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: No established RDA.
Timing: With meals.
Role in a stack
Beauty-marketed mineral.
Redundancy check: Redundant with whole grains and water.
Cautions & safety
Evidence for hair/nail benefits is weak.
Generally safe at food levels. Educational only.
Best for
beauty-marketing curiosity
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.