Copper is an Important Antioxidant in Cell Cytoplasm

Copper is Essential for Collagen Synthesis!

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Copper is a critical component of the enzyme superoxide dismutase (SOD), is an important antioxidant in cell cytoplasm, and acts as a catalyst in the formation of hemoglobin. (1,2) It is also essential for collagen synthesis. (3)

It is needed for bone formation hair and skin color, healing processes, red blood cell production, mental and emotional processes. Deficiency can result in the following: anemia, inflammation, and arthritis.

Interestingly the highest tissue concentrations of this mineral are found in the brain.

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References

1. Harris ED. Ann Rev Nutr 2000;20:291-310.
2. Turnland JR. Modern nutrition in health and disease. Baltimore: Williams &
Wilkins; 1999.
3. Rucker RB, et al. Am J Clin Nutr 1998;67(5 Supp):996S-1002S.