FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 COPPER 2 or 3 mg a day Anti-inflammatory agent. Required for many body functions, prevents radiation damage, inhibits bone resorption (osteoporosis), involved in strengthening bones and connective tissue by cross-linking collagen strands and elastin, increases life span and is part of the SOD antioxidant enzyme. (14) This enzyme is the main antioxidant in the eye lens and protects the lens from oxidative damage such as cataracts. Essential for operation of enzymes that lower cholesterol and for glucose tolerance. Deficiency raises blood pressure, increases LDL cholesterol, causes abnormal electrocardiograms, and some types of anemia. Protects against cancer (see note 2) and provides relief from pain and joint stiffness similar to arthritis. Vitamin C, zinc, iron and other minerals may hinder absorption. Excess copper lowers zinc level while excess zinc lowers copper level. The optimum ratio of copper to zinc is 1:10. Maximum copper supplement should not exceed 3 milligrams per day unless more is required to maintain the copper to zinc ratio. (27) Toxic at 15 mg per day. See note 8. For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
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FOOD SUPPLEMENTS: THEIR EFFECTS ON THE BODY Version 6.02 (c) Copyright 1998, 2001, 2002, 2003 by George M Lucich P.O. Box 424, Glenns Ferry, ID 83623 COPPER 2 or 3 mg a day Anti-inflammatory agent. Required for many body functions, prevents radiation damage, inhibits bone resorption (osteoporosis), involved in strengthening bones and connective tissue by cross-linking collagen strands and elastin, increases life span and is part of the SOD antioxidant enzyme. (14) This enzyme is the main antioxidant in the eye lens and protects the lens from oxidative damage such as cataracts. Essential for operation of enzymes that lower cholesterol and for glucose tolerance. Deficiency raises blood pressure, increases LDL cholesterol, causes abnormal electrocardiograms, and some types of anemia. Protects against cancer (see note 2) and provides relief from pain and joint stiffness similar to arthritis. Vitamin C, zinc, iron and other minerals may hinder absorption. Excess copper lowers zinc level while excess zinc lowers copper level. The optimum ratio of copper to zinc is 1:10. Maximum copper supplement should not exceed 3 milligrams per day unless more is required to maintain the copper to zinc ratio. (27) Toxic at 15 mg per day. See note 8. For personal use only. Not for sale or hire. Permission to make copies by you for you and your friends is hereby granted. If you find this site to be of value a donation of any amount would be greatly appreciated. You are advised to consult a knowledgeable physician before using any of the nutrients listed herein. See note 10 for information on obtaining a list of this rare breed of medical doctors. |
