COPPER promotes proper enzymatic reactions and efficient utilization of iron. It is a trace mineral. It is found in all body tissues. It plays a big role in making red blood cells and maintaining nerve cells and the immune system.
The main sources are:
Whole grains, dried fruits, cocoa, black peppers, dark leafy green vegetables, oysters and other shellfish, nuts, organ meats, yeasts, potatoes, garlic, lentils, barleys
Benefits:
- It prevents anemia
- It plays a role treating arthritis
- It is essential for normal growth and health
- It regulates melanin production So; It protects against graying hair
- It also maintains the color of eyes
- It is a brain stimulant
- It is skin care minerals
- It helps in the absorption of iron
- It helps in the utilization of sugar in the body
- It prevents aging
- It increases energy production
- It prevents growth of E.Coli
- It supports thyroid health
- It boosts immunity
- It reduces cholesterol levels