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Study 1Double blind placebo study with 30patients for 6 weeks, 2 times a day 20minutes application.Result: "A highly significant differ-ence in efficacy between test groupand placebo group in favour of theactively treated group... After a followup period (3 months) no deterioration

was observed in the active patients,showing either complete cure of im-provement."*

Study 26 weeks treatment with 51 partici-pants.Result: Statistically significant 86%overall improvement**

External acne treatment with colloidal silica gel

Mean scores before and after treatment with silica gel to the skin for typical acne-related problems.All changes were statistically significant (P<.05)

Open Closed Papules Pustules Greasinesscomedones comedones of skin

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Before

After

*The Journal of International Medical Research, 1996; 24: 340-344**Advances in Natural Therapy, Vol. 18 No. 2, March/April 2001

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Important note

The information containedin this booklet is strictlyintended for research and

educational purposes not as adiagnostic tool or a prescriptionfor any ailment.

Applications from A to Z

AcneApplication: Apply silicic acid gel untothe areas of the skin affected, allow itto work for about ten minutes andwash off with some lukewarm water; inaddition: take silicic acid gel, capsules,etc. every day (dosage according tomanufacturer's instructions). Duration: 2–3 months (twice a year).

Intestinal disturbances/diarrhea:Application: Take silicic acid gel everytwo hours (dosage according to manu-facturer's instructions). Duration: Until the complaint is solved.

Colds / strengthening the immune defence:Application: Mix silicic acid gel(dosage according to manufacturer'sinstructions) with water, tea or fruitjuices once a day and drink in betweenmeals.Duration: Two to three months.

Inflamed skin/grazes/minor woundsApplication: Apply silicic acid gel undi-luted onto the areas of the skin affected,allow it to work for about ten minutesand wash off with some lukewarm water.Duration: Until the complaint is solved.

Inflamed gums / inflammations in the mouthApplication: A mouth-rinse with a mix-ture of one teaspoon of silicic acid gelin a quarter of a glass of lukewarmwater three times a day.Duration: About one month.

Inflamed joints / sprainsApplication: Apply moist, warm band-ages with silicic acid gel (undiluted) for30 minutes twice a day.

Skin impuritiesApplication: Moisten the parts of theskin affected and apply silicic acid gelundiluted onto the areas of the skinaffected, allow it to work for about tenminutes and wash off with some luke-warm water; in addition: take silicicacid gel/capsules every day (dosageaccording to manufacturer's instructions).Duration: Two to three months (once ortwice a year).

Hoarseness/coughsApplication: Gargle twice a day with amixture of silicic acid gel in a quarter of

a glass of lukewarm water; in addition,to strengthen the immune system: takesilicic acid gel/ capsules etc. every dayfor two to three months (dosage ac-cording to manufacturer's instructions).

Insect bitesApplication: Dab the area of the bitegenerously with silicic acid gel or silicicacid powder diluted in water manytimes a day until an improvement isseen.

Itching (chickenpox, allergies)Application: Spread silicic acid gel orsilicic acid powder diluted in water onthe affected parts of the skin many timesa day.

Stomach problems/irritated stomachApplication: Take silicic acid gel two tothree times a day (dosage according tomanufacturer's instructions).Note: The silicic acid can also be stirredinto muesli or yogurt.

ColdsApplication: Mouthwash four times aday with silicic acid gel (mix with somelukewarm water beforehand); in addi-tion, to strengthen the immune system:take silicic acid gel every day for two tothree months (dosage according tomanufacturer's instructions).

Digestive problemsApplication: Take silicic acid gel everyday (dosage according to manufactur-er's instructions).

Slight sunburn / sun allergyApplication: Coat the parts affectedmany times a day with silicic acid gel

diluted witha little water;in addition:take silicicacid gel oncea day (dosageaccording tomanufacturer'sinstructions).

Bleedinggums / irritation of the gumsApplication:Amouth-rinsewith a mixtureof one tea-spoon of silicic acid gel in a quarter ofa glass of lukewarm water twice a day.In addition, rub gel into the gums twicea day plus take silicic acid gel once aday (dosage according to manufactur-er's instructions).

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TIP:This is how to keepyour organism fit: for the sake of yourhealth, take 1 table-spoon of silicon/silicicacid gel every day. Ifyou fast for a daynow and again, drinklots of herb teas or aglass of water with 1tablespoon of silicicacid/silicon gel everyhour.

Your personal health check:Do you need silicic acid?

Can you become healthier by using gel containing silicic acid? Answer thefollowing questions, count up the points and read the evaluation.

2 points 1 point 0 points

1. Do you have spliced or dull hair? ❏ yes ❏ sometimes ❏ never

2. Do you suffer from loss of hair? ❏ yes ❏ sometimes ❏ never

3. Are your fingernails fragile or do they ❏ yes ❏ no have grooves?

4. Is your connective tissue weakened ❏ yes, ❏ yes, slightly ❏ no/ do you have cellulite? very much

5. Do you have impure skin, does it appear ❏ yes ❏ sometimes ❏ neverwrinkled and shrivelled to you?

6. Is your skin often reddened or blotchy? ❏ yes ❏ sometimes ❏ never

7. Do you suffer from neuro-dermitis, skin ❏ yes ❏ sometimes ❏ neverallergies or other skin diseases?

8. Do you suffer from joint diseases ❏ yes ❏ noor osteoporosis?

9. Are you particularly susceptible to infections ❏ yes, ❏ yes, slightly ❏ noor is your general condition weakened? very much

10. Do you have stomach complaints or ❏ regularly ❏ sometimes ❏ neverdigestive problems?

11. Do you have problems with your teeth ❏ frequently ❏ sometimes ❏ never and gums?

12. Are you older than 40? ❏ yes ❏ no

13. Do you regularly eat vegetables and ❏ no ❏ not much ❏ yeswholemeal grain?

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Distinct improvementwith skin problems

Silicicacid canhelp with

skin problems.Accordingto scientificexaminationsand a numberof reportedpersonal ex-

periences, skin irritations such as itch-ing, spots, eczema, sore spots, injuriesof the skin, bites, scolds, insect bites,sunburns and burns all improve withthe application of silicic acid.

Silicon compounds are contained in anumber of dermatological powders.Silicic acid also has a distinct positiveeffect on acne.

Burns aren't half as bad

Due to its inflammation-inhibitingand wound-healing effect, silicic acidhelps in slight burns.

Soothes sunburn

Silicic acid soothes slight sunburn.The affected skin must be coated withsilicic acid gel several times a day.

TIP:A compress with sili-con / silicic acid gelreplaced every half-hour cools, soothesand heals burns andsunburn.

Wounds, which heal more quickly

Thanks to its great binding capacity,silicic acid has an inhibiting effect oninflammations and contributes towounds healing better and morequickly. It soothes cuts, scrapes andburns amongst other things.

Less than 5 points ◆ Silicic acid level is adequateCongratulations! You obviously do not have a silicic acid deficiency.

6 – 14 points ◆ Silicic acid recommendedAttention! You are not yet suffering from an obvious silicic acid deficiency, but could neverthelessprofit from the substance. After only a few weeks of regularly taking Silica colloidal prepared gel, youwill see a noticeable improvement in your appearance, your general health and your mood.

More than 15 points ◆ Silicic acid absolutely necessaryTake care! There are indications that you have a silicic acid deficiency. By taking the natural product in theform of a course of treatment for two to three months you can improve on your overall health and generalwell-being. Silicic acid enhances the health of your body just like it does the beauty of your skin, hair and nails.

H. R., male, 44 years old

Clinical picture: H. R. suffered sunburnon shoulders, chest and back.

Diagnosis: Sunburn.

Treatment: One part silicic acid gel tothree parts water applied twice dailyover a period of 14 days.

Course of disease: The pain subsidesquickly and the burn is totally healedwithin a few days.

Outcome: Very good therapeutic effect.

T. L., female, 54 years old

Clinical picture: T. L. is suffering fromslight skin burns.

Diagnosis: First degree burns.

Treatment: A small amount of silicic acidgel to three parts water applied threetimes daily for 15 days.

Course of disease: Clear reduction inpain sets in a few hours after initialapplication. The burn subsequentlyheals without complications.

Outcome: Good therapeutic effect.

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Help for osteoporosis

Silicic acid plays an outstandingrole, both in the young and old,as a nutrient and structural agent

for our bones and cartilage. Thesilicon contained in the silicic acidaccelerates the incorporation of min-erals into the bones. In particular ithas a tractor function for calcium byadditionally supporting the synthesisof collagen thus providing furtheressential components to the bone,cartilage and connective tissue.

For this reason, silicic acid can, forexample, be considered as a support-ing measure in osteoporosis therapy.There are indications for the fact thatthe progress of osteoporosis dependsupon a lack of silicon, amongst otherthings.

Calcium and silicic acid - a strong team

Calcium and silicic acid have a preventive effect against osteoporosisand support healthy bones as we age. The silicon contained in thesilicic acid helps to store calcium in the bones and strengthen the

structure of the tissue. Calcium is the most important structural agentfor bones and teeth alongside phosphor. The skeleton of an adult humancontains about one kilogram of this mineral.


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day in the morning, at middayand in the evening. The averageduration of treatment was twoweeks. Complaints suffered bythe trial participants includedpains or a feeling of pressure inthe upper abdomen, nausea andvomiting, diarrhea, constipa-tion, a feeling of fullness andflatulence.

In the majority of the casessymptoms decreased consider-ably the silicon preparationdeveloped a very good efficacyin 62%, a good efficacy in14.1%, a satisfactory efficacy in15.5% of all cases and onlyinsufficient efficacy in 8.4% ofthe trial participants.

improved quickly and continu-ously. It was also observed thatthe undesirable side-effects,which are the order of the daywith many medicines, did notoccur when taking the silicicacid preparation.

Within the framework of a study(Messerich, J.; study regardingthe therapy of gastro-intestinalcomplaints by means of silicicacid, 1976) 71 men aged 34 to65 years took 1 tablespoon of sil-icon / silicic acid gel with half aglass of lukewarm water every

Improvement in stomach and digestive complaints (in %)

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= Group treated with colloidal silicic acid= Placebo group: participants who believed they were taking silicic acid,

but who were actually taking a placebo preparation without silicic acid

Influences of colloidal silicic acid on the condition of stomach and digestion (Dörling, E.)

Stomach Digestion

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50% 100%

Efficiency of colloidal silicic acid in respect of digestive complaints (Messerich, J.)

Pain in theupper abdomen

Feeling of pressure

Flatulence

Meteorism

Feeling of fullness

Constipation

Diarrhea

Lack of appetite

Nausea

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Prevent aluminum poisoning with silicic acid

The detoxicating effects of siliconcompounds with regard to light metalaluminum have been particularlywell researched. Silicic acid reducesthe availability of aluminum which isdetrimental to health in food or drink-ing water and, thus, lowers the risk ofpoisoning.

In the eighties and nineties of the 20thcentury the British research scientistJ.D. Birchall discovered and investigat-ed the special relationship betweenboth elements. The starting-point ofhis research was the initially unsolvedobservation that silicon deficiencyand aluminum poisoning can causesimilar disease symptoms in hu-man beings. Birchalldiscovered that this

phenomenon is based on the fact that,in the case of a silicon deficiency, noth-ing impedes the aluminum present infood or drinking water from enteringour bodies and causing symptoms ofpoisoning. A sufficient level of siliconprevents the unrestricted absorption ofaluminum and the organism re-mains healthy.

According to expert opinion, theconsequences resulting from thisdiscovery are more far-reaching thanthe layman would expect at firstglance. For example, in respect of theprevention of the Alzheimer’s disease,for some time now doctors andscientists have assumed that there is arelationship between Alzheimer’sdisease and an accumulation ofaluminum in the brain.


Silicon compounds reducethe availability of hazardousaluminum in drinking water.

Anumber of studies and sci-entific investigations leavelittle doubt about the effi-

ciency of silicon compounds fortreating a variety of digestive com-plaints. Here are three examples:

The results of a study carried outwith 12 persons aged from 30 to70 prove that the stomach and in-testines benefit from an increasedsupply of silicic acid (Dörling, E.;test evaluation of a silicic acidpreparation, 1979). 10 trial partic-ipants took colloidal silicic acidgel for 12 weeks, 2 participantstook a gel without silicic acid(placebo group). Afterwards theparticipants were asked whetherthe gel had been effective. 60 percent, and 73 per cent respectively,of the trial participants who hadtaken silicic acid stated that thecondition of their stomach or their

digestion had improved after usingthe preparation. Particular empha-sis was placed on the positiveeffects of the silicic acid productin respect of complaints such asheartburn, diarrhoea and stomachproblems resulting from nervous-ness.

Medical investigation of a silicicacid product, which was tested forits efficiency in the treatment ofintestinal illnesses, led to resultssimilar to those of Dörling’s study(Gegeckas, A., ‘Medical Investiga-tion’, final report on the efficiencyof a silicic acid preparation inthe treatment of gastro-intestinalillnesses, 1983). A number ofpersons suffering from gastritis,stomach ulcer (ulcus) and gastro-enteritis were investigated. Aftertaking the silicic acid product thesymptoms of the trial participants

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How and why does colloidalsilicic acid support digestion?

At first glance silicic acid’scapacity for binding with toxicsubstances may appear sur-

prising, but upon closer examinationthis property is easy to understand.It is due to the fact that in gel formthe silicon compound is present infine distributed molecules, colloidaldissolved in water. The tiny silicicacid molecules which are “floating“in solvent have a large and veryabsorbent surface of approx. 300square meters per gram of silicon / gel,

an area which corresponds to thedimensions of a football pitch. Thissurface offers an enormous amount ofspace for absorbing a large quantityof harmful substances (and gases),’’binding“ them and finally excretingthem via the intestines, so that theycan no longer damage your organism.In order to ensure a detoxicatingeffect, it is important that the silicondioxide molecules in the product wetake are in colloidal form, that meansfine and equally distributed in water.If the molecules join to largecomplexes the resulting surface issmaller and therefore less toxicsubstances can be absorbed.

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ProphylaxisApplication: drink 1 tablespoon ofsilicon / silicic acid gel dissolvedin water every dayTip: You can also mix the gel withmuesli or yogurt.

Nervous stomach complaints dueto stress or functional dyspepsiaApplication: take 1 tablespoon ofsilicon / silica gel two or threetimes a day.Duration of application: at least 2months

Stomach complaints /excess stomach acidityApplication: take 1 or 2 table-spoons of silicon / silica gel two orthree times a day (in case of heart-burn mix it with peppermint tea).Duration of application: 1 or 2months

Mild intestinal discomfort /digestion difficulties / flatulenceApplication: take 1 tablespoon ofsilicon / silica gel two or threetimes a day.Duration of application: at leastuntil symptoms are relieved.

Acute / inflammatorygastro-intestinal complaintsApplication: take 1 or 2 table-spoons of silicon / silica gel everytwo hours (once symptoms arereduced, 1 tablespoon two orthree times a day).Duration of application: applica-tion should be continued forapprox. 1 week after symptomshave been relieved, longer appli-cation is possible if required.

For diarrheaApplication: take 2 tablespoons ofsilicon / silica gel every two hours(after relief from symptoms 1 table-spoon two or three times a day).Duration of application: applica-tion should be continued for a fewdays after symptoms have beenrelieved.

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TIP: HOW TO HELP YOURSELF

IMPORTANT!A prerequisite for self-treatment with silicon / silica gel is responsible behaviour inrespect of your health. There is no risk related to taking the gel but this guide is notintended to encourage you to treat serious illness yourself. If you believe that you areseriously ill you should see a doctor or homeopath.

Silicon dioxideToxic substances

Silica Colloidal silica gel

Large molecular complexes =only a few toxic substances are taken up.

Fine and equally distributed molecules =a large number of toxic substances are absorbedand can be excreted via the intestines.

Ability of silicious earth and of colloidal silicic acid gelto bind with harmful substances

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S. U., female, 41 years old

Clinical picture: S. U. often suffers from severe flatulence, partly caused by diet,

and irregular bowel movement with a tendency towards

constipation. Regulation of bacterial symbiosis, prescribed on

"suspicion”, did not bring about any noticeable improvement and

even linseed could not bring about a satisfactory improvement of

bowel tolerance.

Diagnosis: Flatulence with constipation.

Treatment: One tablespoon of silicic acid gel diluted with water twice daily

over a period of six weeks.

Course of disease: After only 14 days, there was a reduction in flatulence and bowel

movement was subsequently gradually normalized. At the

end of treatment, flatulence only occurs on rare occasions while

defecation is almost regular.


O. M., male, 60 years old

Clinical picture: O. M. has suffered for around ten years from frequently recurring

gastric ulcers and chronic hyperacidity.

Diagnosis: Hyperacidity and gastric ulcers.

Treatment: One tablespoon of silicic acid gel diluted with water twice daily

over a period of 2.5 months.

Course of disease: After only the first week, O. M. reports a clear improvement in

his symptoms and there are no symptoms after the end of

treatment. The complete healing of the ulcers is confirmed by

an X-ray examination.

Outcome: Very good therapeutic effect.

Case studies

P. K., male, 53 years old

Clinical picture: P. K. got a serious bowel

infection a few months ago.

Although this has been completely

cured following medical treatment,

diarrhoea and severe digestive

complaints still occur.

Diagnosis: Protracted gastrointestinal

inflammation.

Treatment: One tablespoon of silicic acid

gel diluted with water twice daily

over a period of five weeks.

Course of disease: At first, P. K.’s

condition deteriorated; we cannot

say with certainty whether this was a

case of "initial deterioration” due to

the stimulation of the body’s

defences. After 16 days, the patient

reported a clear improvement in his

digestive complaints and reduced

diarrhoea. This result cannot be

significantly improved by the end of

treatment.

Outcome: Satisfactory therapeutic effect.

Case studyWhat is the basis for the extremelywide range of effects which silicicacid has on our gastro-intestinalsystem? There are several reasons:

• Silicic acidinhibits in-flammatoryprocesses, asit is excel-lently suitedto absorbwater and, asa result, suc-tions off ordries out theinflammatorysecretions.

• Silicic acid provides naturaldisinfection.• Silicic acid has a strong bondingproperty for gases and toxic substances.• By strengthening our endogenousdefence system, silicic acid has anindirect positive influence on thegastro-intestinal tract. It, therefore,also reduces the risk of pathogensspreading.

TIP:It is advisable toalways have a supplyof silicon or silicicacid gel at home foruse should a gastro-intestinal disorderoccur. It is also anessential componentof every travel firstaid kit.

Silicic acid provides relief from gastro-intestinal disorders

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It is no surprise that silicic acidkeeps the human body healthy on anumber of levels as the water con-

tent in our connective tissue is de-pendent on the level of silicic acid inour bodies. Only adequate watercontent secures adequate supply ofnutrients to our cells and fosters theremoval of toxins.

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Typical deficiency symptoms

What are the consequences if thebody does not absorb sufficientsilicic acid via nutrition?

♦ slackened, weakened connective tissue

♦ recurrence of broken bones

♦ growth disturbances

♦ pale skin

♦ skin impurities

♦ itchy skin

♦ dull, spliced hair

♦ loss of hair

♦ fragile nails

♦ problems with teeth and gums

♦ weakened tendons and liga-ments

♦ increased susceptibility to infections

♦ general feeling of weakness

♦ people with a lack of silicon have a tendency to feel chilly

For example, silicic acid has a positiveinfluence on a number of diseaseswhich frequently occur with increas-ing age; amongst them arteriosclerosisand high blood pressure.

Silicic acid is of utmost importance tothe structure of connective tissue; itimproves all symptoms associatedwith weakness of the connectivetissue - for example varicose veins.

Silicic acid keeps the human bodyhealthy in a number of ways. Thisis not that surprising as the avail-

able silicic acid level is a decisive fac-tor for the water content in our cellsand high water content is essential foran adequate supply of nutrients and,subsequently, for the functioning ofour cells and the elimination of toxicsubstances. As a result, silicic acidworks naturally to produce a positiveeffect on the gastro-intestinal system,the course of many illnesses, weaknessof connective tissue, as well as on thecondition of skin, hair and nails.

A reliable partner for combating all gastro-intestinal complaints

Silicic acid is a reliable partner forcombating a large number of gastro-intestinal disorders. Among its mostimportant applications silicic acidprovides effective treatment for excessstomach acidity, heartburn, stomachdisorder caused by nervousness, gastri-

tis and gastriculcers, pain inupper abdo-men, infectionand inflam-mation in thedigestive tract,flatulence,constipationand diarrhea.The siliconcompoundsare also muchmore effectivethan manyother house-hold remedieswhich, in spiteof their acclaimed health benefits, alltoo often prove disappointing.

Silicon compounds have had thera-peutic significance so far as part of themedicines used to bind gastric acidity(so-called antacids). But even in casesof Crohn’s disease and colitis ulcerosa- both chronically inflammatorydiseases of the digestive tract whichusually develop in stages - they havefrequently been used in practice withsuccess. Homeopathy has also dis-covered the potential of silicic acidand uses it to combat constipation,flatulence and hard stool.

TIP:TAKE A DAILY DOSE OF HEALTHFor the sake of yourhealth take one ta-blespoon of silicon /silica acid gel everyday. If you occasion-ally fast for a day, werecommend that youdrink plentifulamounts of herbal teaor a glass of mineralwater with one table-spoon of silicon / sili-ca acid gel everyhour.

Fountain of healthfor the digestive system

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Fingernails as an eye-catcher

Our hands and our fingernails areprominent visual features of our bod-ies. People are immediately drawn tobeautiful hands and nails and are re-pulsed when they see unsightly nails.Use of everyday household cleaningproducts from some bathing soaps tosoap liquids to more harsh solventssuch as tile and bathroom cleanerscan cause damage to our hands and

nails. We need to put some moistureand balance back to our skin while wetax them with these harsh productsthat contribute to dry, brittle nails.

Silicic acid is one of the most impor-tant elements contributing to growthof finger and toenails. On one hand,the silicic acid ensures a good supplyof nutrients to the nails on the otherhand it improves the transverse link-age of the keratin/protein modulesand gives the fingernails stability.

The positive influence of silicic acidtowards growth and strength of thenails does not become immediatelyvisible. You will start to see improve-ment after approximately five to sixmonths of daily usage. This is the pe-riod that nails need in order to renewcompletely.

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Altered properties ofnails and hair thanksto the application ofcolloidal silicic acid(Study: Clinical ResearchLaboratories, Incl., NewJersey, USA, 2000/2001)


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Alterations:• stronger nails • better nail structure

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16%

45%32%

Weeks of application of silicic acid

Alterations:• stronger hair • less splice

• shinier hair

Improvement of the hair (in %)

L. B., female, 55 years old

Clinical picture: L. B. suffers from flaccid, prematurely aged skin and brittle nails.Diagnosis: premature ageing of the skin due to weak connective tissue and

silicic acid deficiency.Treatment: Take one tablespoon of silicic acid gel diluted in water twice daily

and apply pure silicic acid gel on the face for ten minutes threetimes a day; carry out treatment over a period of 2.5 months.

Course of disease: L. B.’s nails become stronger and stronger. The skin becomessmoother and looks fresher.


Case studies

Cellulite Solutions

Scientificinvesti-gations

prove that ifthe connectivetissue has toolittle silicicacid at its dis-posal, it losesits elasticityand thus be-comes unsta-

ble - one of the best preconditions forcellulite.

More than eighty percent of allwomen aged above 20 have cellulite.Cellulite recesses and wrinkles in theskin on the thighs, buttocks, hips and

stomach resulting from Yo-yo diets,inactivity, pregnancies and hormonalimbalances are nightmares for manywomen.

In women, the connective tissuestrands of the sub-cutis are merelyinterlocked in parallel. In men thereare additional transverse links.

Therefore men very rarely have theproblem with cellulite because thetensile corium is thicker comparedwith the sub-cutis and the connectivetissue strands of the sub-cutis aremore strongly connected with oneanother. Transverse links have a bettergrip on the fat - even if the connectivetissue loses its tension and strength inthe course of time. Therefore, thetissue remains tighter, but is also lesscapable of expanding.

Hair care right down to the roots

The healthier and more resistant ourhair is, the fewer problems it will havewith mechanical, chemical or otherenvironmental factors. The siliconcontained in the silicic acid is an es-sential component for promotion ofhealthy and resistant hair – A lack ofsilicon in our bodies would ultimate-ly lead to brittle, matt and fragile hair.

Shampoo alone, even if the shampoocontains silicic acid cannot guaranteean adequate supply of nutrients. Toavoid silicon deficiency it is recom-mended that silicic acid be taken inter-nally as well for a number of months.

Silicic acid ensures healthy connec-tive tissue and a good supply of nutri-ents for the hair from the ends tothe roots. In addition, the siliconcontained in the silicic acid can alsodirectly strengthen the structure of thehair by supporting the transverse link-age of the keratin/protein modulesand thus improving stability, structureand appearance.

TIP:Three-month courseof treatment againstcellulite: drink silicon/ silicic acid gel dilutedwith water every dayfor three months. Re-peat the applicationonce or twice a year.


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In women, the connective tissue strands of the sub-cutis are merely interlocked inparallel, whereas in men there are additional transverse links.

women men

Differing interlinking of the connective tissue:

R. K., female, 36 years old

Clinical Picture: R. K. suffers from weakconnective tissue. She tends to sufferfrom sprains and strains, complainsof back pain (weak posture), brittlenails and fine, very frizzy hair. Shealso has varicose veins.

Diagnosis: Inherent weakness of the connective tissue.

Treatment: Take two tablespoons of silicic acid gel diluted in water dailyover a period of three months.

Course of Disease: There was no noticeable effect for the first fewweeks. After six weeks R. K. claimedthat her nails and hair had becomestronger. These effects became morepronounced during the rest of thecourse of the disorder. In addition,the back pain and varicose veins receded. Finally, even after walkinglonger distances, the sprains andstrains no longer occurred.


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Beauty through silicicacid

Ahealthy, firm connective tissueis the prerequisite for taut skin,strong hair and firm finger-

nails. Silicic acid is second to nonewhen it comes down to strengtheningthe connective tissue thanks to itsunique ability to bind water. Personalexperiences reported by people alongwith numerous scientific studiesdemonstrate that silicic acid actuallymakes the connective tissue of ourbodies healthier, more elastic andfirmer. To be more precise, if silicicacid is missing, the tissue loses its

elasticity and becomes unstable -wrinkles and cellulite becomeevident in such cases.The silicon contained in silicic acid ♦ is needed for the formation of thebasic substance of the connective tissue.♦ increases the moisture of the tissue andensures a regulated transport of nutrientsfrom the blood vessels to the skin's cells.It also aids in the removal of metabolicproducts and toxins from our system.♦ supports the formation of the con-nective tissue fibres collagen andelastine.

quicker healingof wounds

More moistureand tension

More collagenMore elastine

Better growth of hair,beautiful hair

resulting in smooth, taut,thick, healthy skin

Better supply of nutrients

epidermis

corium

sub-cutis

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W.F., male, 48 years old

Clinical picture: W. F. suffers from skin impurities and had severe common acnewhen younger.

Diagnosis: Impure, oily skin.Treatment: One tablespoon of silicic acid gel diluted with water twice daily;

in the evenings, a pure silicic acid gel facemask is applied andwashed off after 30 minutes; treatment over a period of aroundtwo months.

Course of disease: The skin impurities improve and sebum production is normalized.Fewer impurities occur after conclusion of the treatment.

Outcome: Satisfactory therapeutic effect.

P. M., female, 53 years old

Clinical picture: P. M. suffers from flabby and flaccid skin with a poor blood supplyand protruding veins.

Diagnosis: Weak connective tissue, premature ageing of the skin.Treatment: One tablespoon of silicic acid gel (diluted with water) is taken

internally daily and a facemask with a tablespoon of gel to threeparts water is applied (washed off after 20 minutes); treatmentover a period of ten weeks.

Course of disease: After two weeks, the skin appears fresher and better supplied withblood. This process continues and in the end the skin appearsmuch younger.


Case studies

What silicic acid does to the skin

The skin - a mirror-imageof your well-being

Silicic acid is the guarantee ofyoung and beautiful skin. There-fore, it should be used internally

to compliment your external skin careand makeup applications. The siliconin silicic acid has a multitude of influ-ences on our skin:

♦ It helps fine lines and wrinkles tobecome smoother and to make theskin look younger.♦ It has an in-hibiting effect oninflammationsand soothes skinirritation and ail-ments such asburns, rashes andsunburn.

easily pass the intestinal wall and anadequate quantity can go to our con-nective tissue, our body cells andabove all into the quickly growingcells, which are essential for thestructure of the skin, hair and nails.

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Many forms of administration

Silicon products for natural beautyare offered in numerous preparationsin forms of: ♦ balsam, tablets to chew or to dis-solve in water and powder and in avariety of products such as cleansingmilk, skin-peeling, toothpastes, hair-care agents, drops, and also as mouthor face wash.

Silicon compounds are mainly pro-vided in three forms of administra-tion:

♦ as silica (= a compound of siliconand oxygen on scaffolds of siliconalgae)♦ as vegetable preparations (e.g. as atea from horse-tail)♦ as a liquid, i.e. colloidal solution ofsilicon/silicic acid gel (= compoundof silicon, oxygen and water, alsocalled silica gel).

Common to all administrations is thenatural trace element, silicon. Theadministrations however, do havediffering effects. Silicon compoundsin particular tend to form giant mole-cule complexes and crystals, unfortu-nately our system has great difficulty

in absorbing these giant moleculecomplexes and the maximum bene-fits are lost in some administrations. For easier absorption and in orderto prevent these accumulations ofmolecules, using silica prepared incolloidal form is recommended.

By colloid (gel-like solution) prepara-tion, silicic acid is evenly and finelydistributed in water with the help of aspecific process. This method resultsin a very fine and homogeneous dis-tribution and accumulation of themolecules is thus reduced. The verysmall silicic acid molecules can then

Intestinalwall

Silicon-dioxid

Silicon-dioxid

Silicon-dioxid

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Silicon-dioxidand Water

Silica Colloidal silica gel

Large molecule complexes = difficultiesin penetrating the intestinal wall

Evenly distributed molecules = simple penetration of the intestinal wall

Absorption of silica and colloidal silica gel

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What you should pay attentionto when buying productscontaining silicic acid!

When purchasing prod-ucts containing Silicicacid the question is not

so much the content of silicon butrather the amount of silicon thatcan be absorbed by the body.Therefore, make sure that thesilicic acid is available in avery finely distributed, liquid(colloidal) form that is easy forthe body to absorb. Purchasingthat form thus then pays its way inthe literal sense of the word.Silicic acid contained in colloidgel preparation can be ingestedinternally or applied externally.

How much silicic acid is needed

Silicon is vitalfor man. Therefore, thetrace elementmust be pro-vided to thebody regular-ly via food.Adults should

take 10 to 40 milligrams of siliconper day.

Poor or imbalanced nutrition can leadto a silicon deficiency. For example,

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TIP:In order to prevent alack of silicon, take 1to 2 tablespoons ofsilica or silicic acidgel every day.

Ranking list of food containing silicic acid

Food Silicon content per 100 g

Oat flour (wholemeal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1150 mgGarden cress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610 mg Wheat bran . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 mgRice (wholemeal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 mgSpinach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 mgBeetroot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 mgParsley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 mgRaisins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 mgGreen beans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 mgDill, bananas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 mgLeeks, tomatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 mgCarrots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 – 8 mgCurrants (black) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 mgCheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2 – 4 mg

Silicic acid used on a daily basis offers enhanced health and beauty without risks.

Demand for silicic acid increases in these conditions

♦ Poor nutrition♦ Stressful and demanding

occupations♦ Intense Physical activity

and training ♦ In old age ♦ During pregnancy♦ Children♦ During sickness or

convalescence

Who needs more?

Elderly people, pregnantladies, growing childrenand the chronically ill

need particularly large amountsof silicic acid.

Silica supply to the elderlypeople is particularly critical.As we age, the body's ability toabsorb and to utilize the traceelement silicon, drops at thesame time the body’s demandfor this mineral rises.

meat contains hardly any silicic acid.The rule of thumb is: anyone mainlyeating vegetarian and preferringwholemeal grain products, as opposedto industrially manufactured bleachedproduce, is on the safe side. However,due to the increasing lack of nutrientsin our soil, many wholemeal productsare also lacking usable silicic acid.

There is one feasible solution - takesilicic acid as a nutrition supplementon a regular basis.

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MouthSilicic acid helps in inflammations of the mu-cous membranes in themouth and the gums.

Blood vesselsSilicic acid keeps the bloodvessels elastic.

NailsSilicic acid strengthens the nails.

Connective tissueSilicic acid strengthens the

connective tissue, improvingelasticity and increasing tension.

BonesSilicic acid is a nutrient and structural agent for the bones.

CellsSilicic acid plays an important role in themetabolism of the cells.

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SkinSilicic acid is vital for the skin, ensures mois-ture and tension, has an inhibiting effect on

inflammations and helps in skin diseases in this way.

HairSilicic acid strengthens the hair

and gives it shine.

Joints/cartilageSilicic acid supports the formation of cartilage and

thus helps to counteract joint complaints.

Windpipe/OesophagusSilicic acid strengthens the lung'stissue, is effective against colds

and inflammations of the throat area.

StomachSilicic acid is a popular

agent for heartburn andexcess acidity of

the stomach.

IntestinesSilicic acid aids

in digestive complaints.

Tendons/ligamentsSilicic acid also strengthens tendons and ligaments

through its effect on the connective tissue.

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“Be it fragile nails,loss of hair, wrinkled

skin or severe illness-es, silica can always

be administered atleast as a supplement

to the remainingtherapy. In this way,

the trace element becomes a kind of

'panacea'. “Gerhard Leibold,

1984

Immune system

Silicic acid strengthensthe immune system.

Alongside oxygen, silicon isthe second most importantelement on our earth, its com-

pounds making up more than 75 percent of the weight of the earth's crustand the earth's mantle. This showsthe significance that nature has giventhis original substance. Without suffi-cient absorption of silicon in the formof silicic acid, people would lookvery old.

Gel for skin, hair and nails

Strong, healthy connective tissue isthe prerequisite for taut skin, stronghair and firm fingernails. Silicic acidstrengthens the connective tissue,regulates the moisture reserve andsupports the formation of collagen. Itis the foundation for beautiful skin,hair and nails.

Fitness for the immune system

With a strong immune system, ourbody can fend off pathogens andthus protect us against illnesses.Silicic acid supports the immunesystem and increases well-being.

Small amount - great effect

For a long time, many doctors andnutrition scientists underestimatedthe potential of silicic acid. Thismay be the case because thesilicon contained in silicic acidonly occurs in tiny amounts in thehuman body. Our organism onlycontains 1.4 grams of silicon -which is why it is called a traceelement.

Scientific research

In 1972, the American scientistProf. Edith Muriel Carlisle discov-ered that silicon is vital for thehuman body. In the meantime,researchers from all over the worldhave proven the importance of thesubstance as an indispensablenutrient for the connective tissue,skin, hair, nails, teeth, bones andcartilage.

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The key to naturalhealth and beauty

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Silicon/silicic acid in themedia and in science

»Possible fields of application are inthe treatment of hair loss, fragile nails,a lack of elasticity of the skin, osteo-porosis, which is also caused by aninsufficient supply of silicon.«Burgersteins Nutrients Manual;Haug Verlag, 1997

» In cosmetics, silicon is successfullyused against so-called problem skinand against wrinkled and dry 'old-ageskin' ... If silicon is missing in the cellsof the connective tissue, they becomeweak and unstable and lose elasticity.«Carola Berger: Health and taut tissuesthrough silicon; Urania, 1998

»Itchy skin, hair loss, vertebral diskcomplaints, weakened defences inman are brought into connection witha lack of silicon. Products rich in sili-con are used nowadays for variouscomplaints or diseases.«Heinz Scholz: Minerals and Trace Elements;Trias, 1990

»It has been seen that silicon playsan important role in the context of theconnective tissue, in particular inbone and cartilage tissue.«Prof. Edith Muriel Carlisle: Silicon as an es-sential trace element; VitaMinSpur 3,3,1988

»Silicic acid is destined to play alarge and important role in the thera-py of various diseases in future.«Louis Pasteur, French biologist and chemist(1822 - 1895)

© Rainer Querfurth, Fotodesign, Freiburg

Silicic acid - the basis of health

and beauty

All living beings need the original substance silicon contained in

silicic acid. Humans need it for development, of bones, cartilage,

connective tissue, skin hair and nails and animals need it for

development of horns, hooves and feathers. Plants also make use

of this vital substance as a component part of the supportive tissue

and for resistance against diseases and pests.

One of the original desires of man is the wish for eternal youth. The

cosmetic industry tries to counteract the ageing process with a

wide range of external beauty care products claiming to give the

skin a more natural radiant and youthful appearance. These agents

are often temporary solutions that offer very short-lived effects.

Rarely is internal supplemental beauty care from within advocated.

The silicon contained in the silicic acid which feeds the connective

tissue, is necessary for cell production. It allows us to have stronger

hair, skin and nails and become beautiful from within.

The supply of Silicic acid within our bodies becomes a crucial

concern as we age. The skin, collagen, connective tissue of the

arteries, bones and cartilage become brittle as silicon depletes. To

alleviate those symptoms silicon should be continually restored

In addition, silicic acid strengthens the immune defence system

and supports the digestive system. This is why silica is so widely

recommended as a vital mineral and basis for a healthy appearance

and regeneration of cells by a number of experts.

Prof. Dr. Dr. Reinhard E. Wodick,

Ulm University

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Silicon or silicic acid -what is it?

Silicic acid with its importanttrace element Silicon takes onnumerous tasks in our bodies.

The most important, beyond doubt, isits role in the formation of connectivetissue and thus its importance for thestructure of skin, hair and nails. Inaddition, silicic acid is a nutrient andstructural agent for connective tissue,bones, cartilage and teeth.

Silicic acid is important for adequatewater binding in our cells. No othersubstance can bind 300 times its ownweight of water. A sufficient waterreserve guarantees that the cellsreceive enough nutrients, help preventand alleviate wrinkles, contributes tothe elasticity of the blood vessels,help in digestive processes and havean inhibiting effect on inflammations.

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Contents

Prof. Dr. Dr. R. E. Wodick: Silicic acid - basis of health and beauty . . . 04Silica in press and science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05

The key to natural health and beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06Silicic acid - the multi-talented nutrient . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08This is how much silicic acid you need . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Who needs more? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Many forms of administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Beauty through silicic acid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14What silicic acid does to the skin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14The skin - a mirror-image of your well-being . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Cellulite solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Hair care right down to the roots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Fingernails as an eye-catcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Health through silicic acid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Fountain of health for the digestive system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21How and why does colloidal silicic acid support digestion . . . . . . . . .25Prevent aluminum poisoning with silicic acid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Scientifically proven effectiveness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Help for osteoporosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Distinct improvements with skin problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Burns aren't half as bad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Soothes sunburn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Wounds which heal more quickly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Your personal health check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Applications from A to Z . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34External acne treatment with colloidal silica gel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Powdered silica

Liquid “colloidal” silica gel

Sources of silicon

!Whether the following tips refer to Silicic acid or silicon, bothsubstances exist as one and the same. Silica and/or colloidal solutionsof silica gel are excellent sources of silicon.

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