Copper

Copper

Copper is a trace element involved in metabolic processes, the synthesis of hemoglobin, the central nervous system, and the formation of bone structures.Useful properties: 1 Reducing inflammation.2 Promotes thinking processes, remembering new information, logical thinking, non-standard and creative solutions.3 Inhibits the development of infectious diseases.4 Influences a person's emotional status.5 Responsible for the synthesis of hemoglobin, which participates in respiratory processes and the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to cells.6 Participates in the production of a substance, which is the stock of energy in the body.7 Normalizes the work of the thyroid gland..

Signs of Copper deficiency

Micronutrient deficiency can be provoked by insufficient intake of the element with food (diet), genetic pathology, excess zinc and vitamin C.Symptoms of deficiency: 1 sleep disturbance, insomnia; 2 hair loss, early graying; 3 susceptibility to inflammatory and infectious processes; 4 increased irritability, depression; 5 spontaneous bleeding; 6 obesity; 7 changes in heart rate; 8 anemia (decrease in red blood cells and hemoglobin)..

Signs of Copper excess

Excessive copper intake can be provoked by work in hazardous industries.Symptoms of overdose: 1 Central nervous system damage.2 Increased bleeding gums, nose.3 Liver damage.4 Muscle pain, blue nail plates.5 Changes in mental status.Manic-depressive syndrome, schizophrenia, lack of emotions.6 Proclivity to inflammatory and infectious diseases..

Main sources of Copper in nutrition

Sources: liver, squid, shrimp, peas, hard cheeses.

Daily requirement of Copper

Infants
0-3 mo. mcg
5-7 mo. mcg
8-12 mo. mcg
Children
1-3 yr500 mcg
3-7 yr600 mcg
7-11 yr700 mcg
Men
11-14 yr800 mcg
14-18 yr1 mg
>19 yr1 mg
Women
11-14 yr800 mcg
14-18 yr1 mg
>19 yr1 mg