Chelated Boron
Boron, commonly referred to as Chelated Boron for organic consumption, is a naturally occurring chemical or compound found in the soil. On average it is estimate to compromise only about 0.001% of the Earth crust, though higher concentrations are found, especially in Turkey and southern California.
Though Boron is a required element in plant life, it is toxic in high amounts, to both plants and insects. Very high dosage of Boron have been tested and showed no side effects in humans, animals and fish. There is a significant misunderstanding regarding the importance of Boron, perhaps due to lack of proper studies of this element. The few studies that have been done show potential benefits in treating arthritis, strengthening bones, increasing calcium absorption, and even preventing osteoporosis, specifically in preventing the human body from expelling calcium, estrogen and vitamin D. A study on rats showed that Boron supplementation increased the health of the rat's fur.
Sources selling Chelated Boron market to the above listed benefits, citing them as definite benefits of supplementing Boron, however the reality is that the above benefits are very inconclusive as the studies themselves point out. More specific studies will need to be done before it should be used to treat any illness.
One certain benefit of Boron is that it does increase the ability of the human body to absorb nutrients that are ingested with it. This is the most common use of Boron in biological products and the most common reason for its use in male enhancement products.
Although it is unlikely to experience side effects from Boron consumption (its toxicity is comparable to salt) in very high concentrations (over 20 grams per day) some serious side effects have been reported, though it has never been reported to be fatal. In very high concentrations the potential side effects are dermatitis, alopecia, anorexia, indigestion, skin erythema, desquamation, exfoliation, hyperexcitability, irritability, tremors, convulsions, weakness, lethargy, headaches, and depression.