Natural Home Cures Freeze Dried Rich Pericarp Mangosteen Contains Copper (Cu)
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Our Natural Home Cures Freeze Dried Rich Pericarp Mangosteen contains copper, an essential element in the formation of red blood cells.(1*)
Copper also partners with Vitamin C to produce elastin, a protein that is found in all the connective tissue of the body as well as the skin.(2*) Copper is vital in producing the neurotransmitters peptidyl alpha-amidating monooxygenase & dopamine hydroxylase.(3*)
A deficiency in copper may result in decreased glucose tolerance, anemia, lowered defense against infections, abnormal carbohydrate metabolism and may also lead to heightened glucose, triglycerides, and serum cholesterol levels.(4*)
Also, copper plays a role in iron metabolism, storage, and absorption.(5*) The signs of copper deficiency are similar to those of iron deficiency: general malaise, fatigue, and lightheadedness.(5*), (6*)
Sources of Copper
Dark Green Vegetables, Legumes, Nuts, Oysters, Whole Grains and our Natural Home Cures Freeze Dried Rich Pericarp Mangosteen.
Source References
(1) Wikipedia: Copper
(2) Wikipedia: Copper Deficiency
(3) PubMed: Copper Deficiency Has No Effect On Bovine Prion Proteins
(4) Livestrong: Can Symptoms of Copper Deficiency Be Reversed by Copper Supplements?
(5) Body Ecology: The Symptoms and Your Best Natural Solutions
(6) Ehow: Identify Copper Deficiency
(7) Medcko.com: Copper Deficiency