Copper

What we use: Copper Bisglycinate Chelate²⁷

What it does:

  • Helps your body use iron²⁷
  • Makes connective tissue (holds you together)²⁷
  • Produces energy in cells²⁷
  • Supports immune system²⁷

When you don't get enough:

  • Anemia (even if you have enough iron)²⁷
  • Skin looks pale²⁷
  • Always feel cold²⁷
  • Bones get brittle²⁷
  • Get sick often²⁷

Why we pay more for this form: Copper sulfate (the inorganic form) can upset stomachs, and copper and zinc can compete for absorption.²⁷ Our chelated form is wrapped in amino acids. Think of it like giving copper a little protective jacket for the mineral traffic jam. That's why we chose a chelated form for a meal with lots of other nutrients.²⁷

Sources

  1. Copper

    Olivares M, Uauy R. Copper as an essential nutrient. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 1996;63(5):791S-796S. Read source

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