MINERALS
Boron (citrate)
Boron is a trace mineral that supports bone health and the body’s use of calcium and magnesium.
Also known as: boron citrate
At a glance
- Form
- Boron citrate
- Category
- Minerals
- In an apiece formula
- 6,000 mcg a day (you can change it)
- Recommended intake
- No recommended intake has been set
- Upper limit
- 20 mg a day
- Reference
- NIH ODS: Boron fact sheet
Who should be careful
Our safety rules leave boron out of a formula, or keep the amount lower, with:
Medicines and supplements
- Tamoxifen or toremifene
- Aromatase inhibitor
- Other estrogen-blocking cancer treatment
- Prostate cancer hormone treatment
Health conditions
- Breast cancer or another estrogen-sensitive cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Endometriosis, adenomyosis or fibroids
Life stage
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Trying to conceive
Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before adding a supplement if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Stay under the upper limit from all sources combined, including multivitamins.
Questions
How much boron a day?
apiece formulas usually include 6,000 mcg a day. The recommended intake for adults is No recommended intake has been set. Upper limit: 20 mg a day.
What is boron used for?
Boron is a trace mineral that supports bone health and the body’s use of calcium and magnesium.*
Who should be careful with boron?
apiece’s safety rules leave it out or limit it with: Tamoxifen or toremifene; Aromatase inhibitor; Other estrogen-blocking cancer treatment; Prostate cancer hormone treatment; Breast cancer or another estrogen-sensitive cancer; Prostate cancer; Endometriosis, adenomyosis or fibroids; Pregnancy; Breastfeeding; Trying to conceive. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if any apply to you.
Can I get boron in a personalized supplement?
Yes. apiece builds one daily blend around your goals and, if you have them, your lab results. Boron can be part of it at the amount listed, with every ingredient shown and never more than 10 capsules a day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This page is general information, not medical advice. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting a supplement, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition. Updated 2026-10-21.