Functions of copper
· Required in the formation of hemoglobin, red blood cells as well as bones
· Helps with the formation of elastin as well as collagen
· Necessary for the manufacture of the neurotransmitter noradrenaline
· Necessary for the pigmentation of hair
· Necessary for the absorption and utilization of iron
Deficiency symptoms of copper
· Weakness
· Impaired respiration
· Skin sores
People with an increased risk of copper deficiency
· Should extra zinc supplements be taken, you need more copper
Food sources of copper
· Whole grain
· Lean beef
· Liver
· Molasses
· Nuts
· Butter beans
· Copper water pipes and cooking utensils
Best results if used with:
· Cobalt
· Iron
· Zinc
· Folic acid (vitamin B-9)
Recommended dietary allowance for copper
· Adult male 1.5 – 3 milligram
· Adult female 1.5 – 3 milligram
· Children (under 8) 1 – 2 milligram
Biozest supply copper 1.5 milligrams per 500 ml ready to drink
Toxicity symptoms of chloride
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Symptoms of chloride toxicity is rare
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Excess copper consumption may lead to liver damage, fatigue, depression and loss of concentration
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