Copper is essential for both Iron and Zinc utilization, as well as for maintaining a strong cardiovascular system. Copper, along with Iron, is necessary to produce hemoglobin (the part of the red blood cell that carries oxygen from the lungs to all the cells in the body). Copper is necessary for normal development and maintenance of blood, bone, nerves, connective and other tissues.
Copper functions synergistically with Iron. Iron is the essential element in hemoglobin, but without Copper, Iron is not transported correctly throughout the body. Iron depends upon Copper to become part of the red blood cells. Consequently, the body can't metabolize Iron without the help it gets from Copper. As blood levels of Copper drop, Iron absorption decreases and red blood cell production is inhibited.
Copper contributes to the structural integrity of connective tissue throughout the body. Collagen, the protein responsible for bone, skin, cartilage, and tendon elasticity, integrity, and strength, requires copper for proper reproduction. It is an important component of elastin (the connective tissue that gives elasticity to the blood vessels, lungs, and skin, allowing them to move and stretch with changes in pressure or movement). Because of Copper's role in the integrity of connective tissue, even a marginal deficiency could potentially contribute to weak arteries and veins. Copper activates numerous enzymes and is involved in the development and maintenance of the cardiovascular system, the skeletal system, and the structure and function of the nervous system.
The diagnosis of Copper deficiency is based on symptoms and on blood or hair analysis tests that detect low levels of Copper and ceruloplasmin (a protein that contains Copper).
Deficiency Indicators:
Anemia, fatigue, low body temperature (feeling cold), paleness, bone demineralization, and low immune response.
Food High in Copper:
Oysters and other shellfish, whole grains, beans, nuts, potatoes, organ meats, dark leafy greens, cocoa, black pepper, and yeast.
Eidon Liquid Minerals are All Natural, Highly Bioavailable and contain NO sugars, starch, artificial flavors, colors, preservatives or animal by-products. Vegan and Gluten-Free. Eidon uses the finest ingredients known to us in the formulation of our unique preparations. Out of respect for all life, we do not test - nor have we ever tested - our products on animals.
Obtaining the needed minerals via the food we eat is a chronic problem today. This is primarily due to our deficient soils and over processing and over cooking of our foods. Drinking ultra-purified water can also strip our body of these essential minerals. It is important to be aware of the fact that reverse osmosis and distilled water will actually act in reverse of what nature intended our water to do. Instead of being a mineral delivery system, the minerals are taken out of the water and this puts additional stress on the body tissue to compensate for the lack of minerals in the water. The minerals must then be taken from our healthy reserves in bone and muscle, thus leaving our system deficient and vulnerable. Replacement is essential!
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11 Reviews Write a Review
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Best copper supplement on the planet!
Eidon's copper has truly been a lifesaver! About 6 months ago, my heart started severely missing beats and this was increasing in frequency and duration to the point that my legs would get so weak and my head so foggy, I could barely walk. Thank goodness I remembered an article about copper deficiency which said that the body simply cannot function without copper no matter what other supplements one might take. After trying several other brands, I stumbled on Eidon's copper. With Eidon's copper my heart beat stabilized very nicely, my strength returned and the fog in my head disappeared. And since it is a low dosage, highly bio-available copper, I did not have worry about taking too much (not so with the other brands). The most awesome thing I noticed is that I am able to hike steep hills and not have to stop and catch my breath. I remember throughout my entire life that on a steep hike, I could not get enough oxygen and needed to stop and catch my breath quite often. I just assumed I was out of shape. However, I am almost 66 and not in shape and I just hiked a hill in the NC mountains that I have never been able to do before without stopping frequently. I am amazed at this. My heart feels so strong and I no longer feel my heart race or jump or skip beats (which it had been doing for decades). Eidon's copper has been a life-saver for me and I am healthier now than I have ever been. A million thank you's!!!
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copper
fast shipping and good packaging with other samples to try. Product is not bad tasting and easy to use
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Copper
The flavor satisfied my craving.
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Five Stars
great!
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Take together with iron for the ideal supplement!
I raised ferritin, iron, along with copper levels. Very good result! I recommend!
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Satisfied!
This product is convenient as it is a pleasant tasting liquid.
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Super!
It is a must have supplement. I take it twice a day and feel free to move again.
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My morning drink
I drink this every morning to start my day. I mix it with water.
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Great alternative to tablets and capsules - copper is utilized by many bodily processes
This is an effective alternative to tablets and capsules. I personally feel it is better utilized and therefore prefer this to chelated copper supplements (sebacate, glycinate) that usually contain fillers/additives I prefer to avoid. It's also easier to use smaller amounts of this vs tablets or capsules. Additionally, I like that I can spray it on my skin for transdermal absorption. Copper is quite the underdog when it comes to health - there are many physiological processes that rely on it. Low copper status will inhibit iron. Conversely, high iron inhibits copper. Zinc and vitamin C also inhibit copper.