Mineral
Boron (From Boron Glycinate)
Also known as: Boron, Boron glycinate chelate, Boron amino acid chelate
A micromineral chelated to glycine for enhanced absorption, involved in bone metabolism, inflammation regulation, and testosterone/estrogen balance. Acts as a cofactor in multiple enzymatic pathways.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Boron (From Boron Glycinate) product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nutricost Boron Capsules | 90 A | $0.07 |
| 2 | Transparent Labs BULK Pre-Workout | 90 A | $1.67 |
| 3 | Complement ForHer Hormone Balance and Longevity Multivitamin for Women | 89 A | $0.67 |
| 4 | Nootropics Depot Boron Glycinate Capsules | 89 A | $0.17 |
| 5 | Life Extension Boron | 89 A | $0.06 |
| 6 | Thorne Advanced Nutrients | 88 A | $2.40 |
| 7 | Thorne Basic Nutrients 2/Day | 88 A | $0.60 |
| 8 | Thorne Basic Prenatal | 88 A | $1.23 |
| 9 | Thorne Men's Multi 50+ | 88 A | $1.87 |
| 10 | Thorne Advanced Bone Support | 87 A | $0.48 |
| 11 | Garden of Life Vitamin Code 50 & Wiser Women | 87 A | $1.01 |
| 12 | Thorne MediClear-SGS™ - Vanilla | 86 A- | $2.10 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Boron (From Boron Glycinate) should I take?
The typical range is 2-6 mg daily elemental boron. Benefits to bone health develop over 8-12 weeks; effects on hormone balance may take similar timeframe
When should I take Boron (From Boron Glycinate)?
With meals. With food to enhance absorption.
Which form of Boron (From Boron Glycinate) is best?
Capsule. Other forms in the catalog: Tablet, Chelated complex.
Is Boron (From Boron Glycinate) safe?
Commonly reported: Generally well-tolerated at typical doses, Nausea at high doses.
Which Boron (From Boron Glycinate) supplement scores highest?
Nutricost Boron Capsules, at 90/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Bone health and mineralization
- Joint and cartilage support
- Testosterone support
- Inflammation management
- Cognitive function
How it works
- Regulates mineral metabolism (calcium, magnesium, phosphorus)
- Modulates steroid hormone metabolism
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Supports bone mineralization and turnover
Dosage
- Typical range
- 2-6 mg daily elemental boron
- Timing
- With meals
- With food
- With food to enhance absorption
- Duration
- Benefits to bone health develop over 8-12 weeks; effects on hormone balance may take similar timeframe
- Special populations
- Upper intake level ~20 mg/day; safety data limited above this range in humans
Forms
- Capsule· 70/100
- Tablet· 70/100
- Chelated complex· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Generally well-tolerated at typical doses
- Nausea at high doses
Contraindications
- Boron toxicity risk at doses >20 mg/day chronically
- Pregnancy/nursing (developmental toxicity data at high doses)
- Renal impairment (reduced excretion)
Products containing Boron (From Boron Glycinate)
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Boron (From Boron Glycinate) on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Solid evidence for bone health; some evidence for testosterone support. More research needed on dosage and long-term safety. Glycine chelation improves bioavailability over inorganic forms.
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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