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I have pkd and have been advised not to take supplements. my hair is thin and damaged. is colloidal silica safe/helpful?
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No: I think there would be little benefit from this and if your nephrologist is concerned about supplements this would be good advice to follow. The colloidal silica would probably not help much and could add significant expense to your life!
Answered 3/8/2013
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