WHAT IS SILICON? Silicon is a micromineral (or trace element) that supports the development and maintenance of the connective tissues and skeletal system.  In this article I will be discussing silicon, its role in the body, the best food sources and much more. WHEN WAS SILICON DISCOVERED? Silicon was first recognised as an element in 1787 by the French chemist Antoine Lavoisier.  He identified silicon as part of the compound silicate but was unable to isolate it.  In 1800 Sir Humphry followed up on this work and mistakenly concluded that silicon was a compound.  However, in 1823 the … [Read more...]