Swanson Bamboo Extract is a supplement that provides quality silicon to support healthy tissues. Silica supplementation is important for nourishing vital tissues that depend on this nutrient. It provides essential nutrition for healthy hair, skin and nails and helps support collagen formation. An average adult maintains approximately 20g of silicon in the body, but levels tend to decrease with age. Contains bamboo extract standardized to 70% silicon. Dosage: Take 1 vegetable capsule daily with water.