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Article Title: Copper And Your Health
Author: John Sanderson
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Copper is a trace element mineral that serves a wide variety of
purposes within the body, both on its own and as a cofactor,
meaning it is an essential part of chemical processes that
involve other vitamins, minerals, other nutrients or other
substances. Although the body requires a comparatively tiny
amount of copper per day, even that little bit is essential to
optimum health and performance.

Copper came to be recognized as in the 1870’s as a basic part
of our blood. This mineral is called an elemental because it is
a metal. In terms of concentration, it is the third greatest
metal present in our bodies. Copper is present throughout the
body, and serves many purposes that influence physical and
mental health and function. In addition to the influence it has
independently, it acts as a cofactor, or partner, in many
enzymes and processes, affecting a wide variety of bodily
functions and systems.

Copper works with Vitamin C in the production of collagen and
elastin, which are connective tissues that, quite literally,
hold the body together. In addition to this aspect of wound
healing, copper also has a role in the first step to wound
healing – blood clotting. It also partners with iron in the
making of red blood cells, which serve the essential purpose of
bringing oxygen throughout the body, as well as helps the body
to absorb and use iron. It is helps to make bones, working with
calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, Vitamin D and Vitamin C.

Melanin, the substance that gives skin and hair their color,
requires copper for its production. Copper has a role in the
production of hormones that come from the thyroid, and thus is
important to the body’s rate of metabolism, which in turn
affects body weight. Body weight affects the start of puberty
and the onset of sexual maturity. Copper has a role in the
nervous system, as well. It is necessary in the creation of the
myelin sheath, which protects nerves and enhances their
communication. The connective tissues and nerves in the brain
require copper for both structure and function. Copper also
serves as a cofactor in the production of the body’s important
antioxidant enzymes, making a significant contribution to the
control of damaging free radicals.

Copper has a role in each of the body’s major systems and
processes. As a trace element, the body requires just a tiny
bit of copper daily. Adults should have just 1.5mg to 3mg per
day. It is important to note that too much copper can be toxic
to the body’s system. The body’s systems are basic are
regulated by chemical reactions, and the chemicals in the body
are a delicately balanced group.

Nutritional supplements can offer a safe and reliable means of
making sure that the body receives all the nutrients that it
needs daily. However, when using supplements, it is important
to be aware of the upper levels of tolerance, and to make sure
that your dietary supplement dosages fall within that range,
staying well below toxic points and maintaining the system’s
healthful balance.


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