Silicon: A Review of Its Potential Role in the Prevention and Treatment of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis

Table 1

Common dietary sources of silicon [58, 64].

Dietary source	Portion size	mg/portion
Beer	12 oz	8.25 mg
Red wine	4 oz	1.70 mg
Raisins	100 gm	8.25 mg
Green beans	250 gm	6.10 mg
High-bran cereal	100 gm	10.17 mg
Whole grain bread	200 gm	4.50 mg
Mineral water	0.5 L	0–40 mg depending on brand
Brown rice with husks	100 gm	2.07 mg