Copper

Copper is a component of enzymes and involved in iron metabolism.

21,60 €
Copper
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Copper

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Copper is a component of enzymes and involved in iron metabolism.

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What causes copper deficiency in the body?

Copper deficiency is uncommon in humans. However, when it occurs, it causes anemia, hypopigmentation (lack of melanin), hypercholesterolemia, connective tissue disorders, osteoporosis and other bone defects, abnormal lipid metabolism, ataxia, and increased risk of infection.

What contains the most copper?

The richest sources of copper are shellfish, seeds, nuts, organ meats, wheat bran, whole grains, chocolate (including cocoa solids), potatoes, mushrooms, tofu, and meat (especially turkey, including offal). Absorption is strongly influenced by the amount of copper in the diet.

Which foods contain copper?

The richest sources of copper are considered to be shellfish (especially oysters), seeds (sunflower), nuts (salmon and walnuts), offal (liver, kidneys), wheat bran, whole grain products, chocolate (including cocoa solids), potatoes, mushrooms, tofu and meat (turkey including offal).

How to supplement copper?

In addition to copper-rich foods, you can also include dietary supplements containing this mineral in your diet. Supplements containing only copper, copper in combination with other ingredients, and multivitamin supplements with added minerals are available. The recommended daily allowance of copper is 900 micrograms (for both sexes) (3).

Where is copper found?

Copper is part of the normal diet. A rich source is primarily the liver, where copper accumulates and then enters the blood. Other foods with a higher copper content include nuts, mushrooms, but also dried tomatoes or dark chocolate, crustaceans and mollusks.

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