The Solgar Oceanic Silica 25mg is a dietary supplement in phytocapsules, with 54mg of silica powder from red algae (Lithothamnium calcareum) per phytocapsule, a quantity that provides 25mg of elemental silica. The package contains 50 phytocapsules.
It is aimed at adults who want to include silica in their dietary routine from a marine and not synthetic source, people who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet, and those looking for a simple, single-ingredient formula with a clear dosage statement.
Silica is one of the most abundant elements in the Earth's crust and is found in nature almost always combined with oxygen, in the form of silicon dioxide or silicate compounds. In the human body, it is found in small amounts in connective tissues, skin, bones, tendons, and cartilage, while in the diet it is mainly obtained from whole grain cereals, vegetables, and water.
On the label you will see two different numbers and it is worth explaining them. The 54mg refers to the weight of the total powder derived from the algae, while the 25mg refers to the pure elemental silica contained within it. This distinction applies to all metal elements in supplements and is the only honest way to compare two products. The source here is Lithothamnium calcareum, a red limestone algae that accumulates inorganic elements from seawater within its skeleton, so the silica reaches the capsule within a natural marine matrix and not as an isolated chemical salt.
According to the product presentation by Solgar, the formulation is positioned as follows:
The above formulations are attributed to the producer. Silica does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA and remains the subject of research, so in our own description we do not associate the product with any specific result on hair, nails, skin, bones or joints.
This is a single-ingredient formulation, without vitamins or other metals in the composition. Its value is therefore judged by the source of silica, the declared dose of elemental metal and the purity of the excipients.
The dose of 25mg of elemental silica per phytocapsule is measurable and constant, while the guideline for one or two capsules leaves room to double the daily intake without changing the product. The shell made of hydroxypropylmethylcellulose replaces gelatin, so the formulation is suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Solgar states that the product contains no sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, corn, soy and dairy, nor preservatives, artificial fragrances or colors, and carries gluten free, lactose free and soy free labels.
It suits adults who want to supplement their dietary intake of silica with a pure, single-ingredient formulation. It is of interest to those who follow a vegan or vegetarian diet and seek marine-derived raw materials instead of synthetic salts, as well as people who strictly control their ingredients and avoid gluten, lactose or soy. It is also suitable for those who prefer to compile their own regimen, adding a trace element at a time instead of a multivitamin.
The product is a dietary supplement and does not replace medical diagnosis, monitoring or treatment. If you notice persistent hair loss, brittle nails or joint pain, the first step is to be evaluated by a doctor rather than self-treatment with a supplement.
Main ingredients per phytocapsule: Silica powder from red algae (Lithothamnium calcareum) 54mg, of which elemental silica 25mg.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropylcellulose), phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate).
Free from: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, corn, soy, dairy. Free from preservatives, artificial fragrances and colors. Vegan, gluten free, lactose free.
Form: Phytocapsules
Recommended dosage: 1 to 2 phytocapsules per day, preferably with meals.
With one phytocapsule per day the package of 50 phytocapsules lasts for about 50 days, while with two phytocapsules for about 25 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication, or have a health condition, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool, dry place, away from children.
The 54mg is the weight of the powder from the algae and the 25mg is the pure elemental silica it contains. The second value is the one you compare between products.
From the red limestone algae Lithothamnium calcareum, which accumulates inorganic elements from seawater.
Yes. The source is algae, the shell is of plant origin and the product carries vegan labeling.
From 25 to 50 days, depending on whether you take two or one phytocapsule per day.
No. There is no approved claim from the EFSA for silica, so specific benefits cannot be attributed to it.
The latter are plant extracts rich in silicate compounds, while here the source is marine algae with a declared content of elemental silica.
No. The producer's statement excludes wheat, corn, soy and dairy, and the product carries gluten free and lactose free labels.
* Silica does not have an approved health claim from the EFSA under Regulation (EC) 1924/2006. The claims about benefits are attributed to the producer. The product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of a human disease.
Main ingredients per phytocapsule: Silica powder from red algae (Lithothamnium calcareum) 54mg, of which elemental silica 25mg.
Other ingredients: Bulking agents (microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropylcellulose), phytocapsule shell (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate).
Free from: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, corn, soy, dairy. Free from preservatives, artificial fragrances and colors. Vegan, gluten free, lactose free.
Form: Vegetable capsules
Recommended dosage: 1 to 2 vegetable capsules daily, preferably with meals.
With one vegetable capsule per day, the package of 50 vegetable capsules is sufficient for about 50 days, while with two vegetable capsules it is sufficient for about 25 days. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Dietary supplements should not be used as a substitute for a balanced diet.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication, or have a health condition, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep the product in a cool and dry place, away from children.
