11 Signs of a COPPER Deficiency?

Описание: 11 signs of copper deficiency.

Copper is considered to be the 3rd most abundant trace mineral in the human body consisting of nearly 1.3-2.1mg per kg of body weight!

It may seem like such a minuscule amount but low copper intake can jeopardize several functions of the body, especially the immune system, and can take several weeks to recover.

Copper is one of the first metals to be adopted by humans and the name originates from Roman times when it was named "Cyprium (metal of Cyprus)."

Copper plays 3 KEY roles in the body: 1) energy production, 2) female reproductive system, and 3) blood formation.

And, 9 functions in the body including: circulatory, blood, nervous system, reproductive system, endocrine system, muscular/skeletal system, immune system, integumentary, and energy.

Here are 11 signs of copper deficiency:
1. anemia
2. Atherosclerosis
3. demyelination of nerves
4. diarrhea
5. edema
6. fatigue
7. hair loss
8. impaired collagen formation
9. loss of hair color
10. low hormone production
11. osteoporosis

Not sure if you are deficient in copper? Consider an at-home minerals and metals test. See link in comments below.

See comments below for copper-rich foods to consider adding into your daily nutrition!