Mineral Foundations: Horsetail, Silica & Your Structure

In this episode, I explore horsetail, a fascinating living fossil that's remained virtually unchanged for 300 million years, and its remarkable silica content.

I share why proper preparation methods matter for extracting horsetail's full mineral benefits, going beyond quick steeping to unlock its medicinal potential through infusions and vinegar preparations.

I dive into silica as the literal building block of structure in our bodies—essential for collagen production, skin elasticity, and bone strength. Did you know horsetail contains 5-8% bioavailable silica by dry weight? I'll explain why this ancient plant delivers silica in a form our bodies recognize and utilize better than synthetic supplements.

I cover emerging research on silica's role in aluminum detoxification and share how horsetail's jointed structure perfectly mirrors its action in our body's structural systems.

You'll learn five key physiological benefits of incorporating horsetail during spring transitions: supporting detoxification, strengthening connective tissue, enhancing bone health, improving skin integrity, and supporting kidney health. I'll also explore how silica works synergistically with other minerals like calcium, magnesium, iron, and zinc.

By the end, I introduce my "Mineral Foundations" mini-course, which combines functional nutrition with ancestral wisdom to reconnect you with essential mineral building blocks. This foundational approach works with or without specialized testing, creating the solid base needed before pursuing advanced health strategies.

Whether you're seeking personal health improvements or you're a practitioner looking to strengthen your mineral knowledge, today's episode offers critical insights into reclaiming our birthright to vitality in a modern world that has forgotten these elemental foundations.