Copper
What is it?
Copper is a vitamin factor and a basic nutrient
Copper contributes to the following:
- Maintaining connective tissue in normal condition.
- Normal energy metabolism.
- Normal hair pigmentation.
Copper supplementation
In supplementation, it is preferable to use copper citrate, as it is the most bioavailable salt, rather than copper oxide.
Foods with copper
Foods with trace elements
The foods that contain the most trace elements (zinc, selenium, chromium, copper, manganese, and molybdenum):
- Nuts (all types).
- Wholegrain cereals.
Foods with copper: Beef liver, shellfish, nuts, cashews, seeds (like sesame and sunflower), chocolate, avocados, chick peas, and whole grains.
Foods with zinc. The highest concentrations of zinc are found in red meats, particularly beef and lamb, and in the livers of these animals.
