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  1. Medical News Today
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    Silicon dioxide: Definition, safety, and effects - Medical …

    • Silicon dioxide is a natural chemical mix of silicon and oxygen that has uses in many food products as an anticaking agent. It is generally safe as a food additive, though some agencies are calling for str… See more

    What is silicon dioxide?

    Silicon dioxide, or silica, is a combination of silicon and oxygen, two very abundant, naturally occurring materials.
    There are many forms of silica. They all have the sa… See more

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    Where is it found in nature?

    Silicon dioxide occurs widely in nature. The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) give an idea to just how common this compound is.
    It is easies… See more

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    Why is silicon dioxide used in food additives?

    Manufacturers use silica to make everything from glass to cement, but it also has a use in the food industry as an additive and anticaking agent. This type of food additiv… See more

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    Safety of silicon dioxide

    Many food additives tend to raise concerns from people who want to be aware of what they are eating, and silicon dioxide is no different.
    While the n… See more

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    Is amorphous silicon dioxide safe?
    Amorphous silicon dioxide is considered safe in foods and supplements as long as the amounts included are reasonable. Conversely, crystalline silicon dioxide found in concrete, stone, sand, and other industrial materials may increase the risk of various health issues if inhaled regularly.
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    What is silicon dioxide?
    Where is it found in nature?
    Why is silicon dioxide used in food additives?
    Safety of silicon dioxide
    Is amorphous silicon dioxide safe?
     
  1. People can experience adverse effects of silicon dioxide if they inhale the fine particles. Long-term exposure to silica dust may pose a serious risk to health.

    Silicon dioxide: Definition, safety, and eff…

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    While many of the studies on silica have been done on animals, researchers have found no link between the food additive silicon dioxide and increased risk of cancer, organ damage, or death. In addition, studies have found no evidence that silicon dioxide as an additive in food can affect reproductive health, birth weight, or bodyweight.

    Is Silicon Dioxide Safe? - Healthline

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    Is silicon dioxide safe?
    Apart from interest in health benefits, some concerns have been raised regarding the safety of silicon dioxide. Silicon dioxide is generally considered safe in food products. Like other food additives, it's regulated and deemed safe for consumption in approved amounts and when manufactured correctly.

    Is Silicon Dioxide Safe in Food? A Dietitian Explains | Verywell Health

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    Is silicon dioxide toxic?
    The EFSA also found that silicon dioxide in foods is easily excreted and has low toxicity, even when consumed in large amounts. Inhalation Risk: Crystalline silicon dioxide is common in industrial and concrete production.

    Is Silicon Dioxide Safe in Food? A Dietitian Explains | Verywell Health

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    Is amorphous silicon dioxide safe?
    Amorphous silicon dioxide is considered safe in foods and supplements as long as the amounts included are reasonable. Conversely, crystalline silicon dioxide found in concrete, stone, sand, and other industrial materials may increase the risk of various health issues if inhaled regularly.

    Is Silicon Dioxide Safe in Food? A Dietitian Explains | Verywell Health

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    Is silicon dioxide safe in food products?
    Silicon dioxide is generally considered safe in food products. Like other food additives, it's regulated and deemed safe for consumption in approved amounts and when manufactured correctly. The following includes details about the health impact of silicon dioxide and how agencies regulate it to ensure safety.

    Is Silicon Dioxide Safe in Food? A Dietitian Explains | Verywell Health

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    Can you eat silicon dioxide?
    Silicon dioxide is found naturally in the ground and in our bodies. There isn’t evidence that it’s dangerous to ingest it through food, but inhaling its dust particles could lead to lung problems. When you look at a food or supplement label, chances are you’ll see ingredients you’ve never heard of. Some you might not even be able to pronounce.

    Is Silicon Dioxide Safe? - Healthline

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    What happens if you eat a large amount of silicon dioxide?
    Inhaling a large amount of small particle silicon dioxide, like in manufacturing situations, can adversely impact our health. Otherwise, silicon dioxide is safe to use and consume in normal quantities. As always, the dose makes the poison. What about nanoparticle-sized silicon dioxide?

    Trending – Silicon Dioxide - Center for Research on Ingredient Safety

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  3. Perfect Keto
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    Top 11 Food Additives to Avoid In Your Supplements

  4. Verywell Health
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/silicon-dioxide-8704409

    Is Silicon Dioxide in Food Safe? A Dietitian Explains - Verywell Health

  5. Healthline
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    Is Silicon Dioxide Safe? - Healthline

    Jun 19, 2018 · Silicon dioxide is found naturally in the ground and in our bodies. There isn’t evidence that it’s dangerous to ingest it through food, but inhaling its dust particles could lead to lung...

  6. Dr. Axe
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    What Is Silicon Dioxide and Is It Safe? - Dr. Axe

    Nov 3, 2019 · The FDA considers silicon dioxide in food to be generally safe for human consumption, as long as it’s consumed in small amounts. Is silicon dioxide a carcinogen? There isn’t evidence that the type used in foods contributes to …

  8. Health
    https://www.health.com/silicon-dioxide-8719112

    Silicon Dioxide: Benefits, Uses, Dosage, and Safety - Health

  9. Wikipedia
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    Silicon dioxide - Wikipedia

    Silicon dioxide, also known as silica, is an oxide of silicon with the chemical formula SiO2, commonly found in nature as quartz. [5][6] In many parts of the world, silica is the major constituent of sand.

  10. Cleveland Clinic
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    Silicosis: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

    Silicosis is a lung disease caused by inhaling very tiny crystalline particles of silicon dioxide, or silica. If you have it, you’ll have symptoms of coughing, inflammation (swelling) and fibrosis (scarring).

  11. College of Agriculture & Natural Resources
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    Trending – Silicon Dioxide - Center for Research on …

    Feb 13, 2023 · Can silicon dioxide harm our health? Inhaling a large amount of small particle silicon dioxide, like in manufacturing situations, can adversely impact our health. Otherwise, silicon dioxide is safe to use and consume in …

  12. CDC
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    CDC - NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Silicon