Texas Agricultural Extension Service â¢ Zerle L. Carpenter, Director â¢ The Texas A&M University System â¢ College Station,Texas. Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory. Syndrome (PRRS) is rapidly gaining importance. as one of the most economically significant dis-. eases to keep out of Texas swine herds. In late 1992, a large swine herd in Texas. became infected with PRRS virus. The results.
If you take dietary supplements, chances are you are also taking Silicon Dioxide which is often contained within most supplements. Silicon Dioxide is an anti-caking agent that may account for up to 3% of a vitamin formula.
There are indications, however, that silicon deficiency can lead to weakened bones, teeth, and connective tissue, and an increased risk of heart disease. Silicon is primarily found in raw, unprocessed produce, so deficiencies are more likely in the Western world, where cooked and processed food is the norm.