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Since the discussion is on Boron lately, I think you should read this. We
all know that there are interactions with drugs and supplements. Anyone with
breast cancer or uterine cancer with positive hormone receptors should ask
their doctors before taking it. I was told not to take it and take calcium
citrate and magnesium only.
In theory, use of boron with estrogen-active drugs such as birth control
pills or hormone replacement therapy may result in increased estrogen effects.
Use of boron with testosterone-active drugs such as TestodermŽ may result in
increased testosterone effects. In theory, use of boron with estrogen-active
herbs or supplements may result in increased estrogen effects.
<ITEM>Supplemental boron may decrease insulin levels in the blood. It may
also alter thyroid hormone levels. This article came from Medlineplus, a
reliable s
_http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patientboron.html#Interac
tions_
(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/patientboron.html#Interactions)
Ro (Central NJ)
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