Copper

Copper is an essential element that activates specific enzymes. The enzyme dopamine beta-hydroxylase, which catalyzes the formation of norepinephrine from dopamine, requires copper. However, outside contamination is common, such as from the following sources:

  • Beer
  • Chocolate
  • Copper cookware
  • Copper IUD’s
  • Copper pipes
  • Dental prosthesis
  • Fungicides
  • Hair treatments, dyes
  • Hemodialysis
  • Ice makers
  • Industrial emissions
  • Industrial wastes
  • Insecticides
  • Milk
  • Nuts
  • Oral contraceptives
  • Oysters
  • Swimming pools
  • Smoking
  • Water, city and well

Low zinc and molybdenum can lead to or worsen copper excess. Medical conditions associated with copper toxicity include:

  • Biliary obstruction (inability to excrete excess copper)
  • Liver disease
  • Renal dysfunction
  • Fibromyalgia symptoms
  • Muscle and joint pain
  • Depression
  • Chronic Fatigue symptoms
  • Irritability
  • Tremors
  • Anemia
  • Learning disabilities and behavioral disorders
  • Stuttering
  • Insomnia
  • Niacin (B3) deficiency
  • Leukemia
  • High blood pressure

"Even though copper is considered a nutrient metal, high levels of copper can be very toxic and create health symptoms such as Fibromyalgia."

- Dr. Janet Starr Hull, PhD., CN

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