What is Copper Element, its benefits and damages, which foods are available?

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Since our primary school years, copper is a metal element, which we hear is used in many places, especially in the electrical industry. What is the precaution for our body and what are the harmful effects of overuse?


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Copper Element

Cu is indicated by the symbol and is located between the 1B transition elements. Inadequate use can lead to problems, and when used too much, they are harmful.

When it is in the structure of enzymes it is very important for the vital activities of the living things.

It is used in most industrial fields thanks to its conductive and machinable structure. The speed of absorption in the body is very high. For a healthy life, the body's copper need should be met on a daily basis.

What is the duty in human body? What are the benefits?

• Functions in central nervous system functioning and myelin formation.
• It is found in the structure of many enzymes.
• Takes part in the formation of free energy in the body.
• Especially plays a major role in the formation of red blood cells.
• It is responsible for the synthesis of chemical substances that provide nerve conduction.
• It plays a role in the synthesis of melanin.
• Free radicals away from the body.
• Functions in the synthesis of the protein in the body.
• It prevents the formation of diseases that occur in the skin and hair.
• It plays a role in strengthening the bones.
• It contributes to the formation of red blood cells.
• Zinc and Vitamin C are necessary for brain and nervous system health.
• It is beneficial for hair and skin health.

Copper Mineral Containing Foods

•Garlic
•Orange
•Beet
•Molasses
•Broccoli
•Sea products
•Beans
•Whole grains
•Soy flour
•Wheat bran
•Almond
•Avocado
•Barley
•Garlic
•Hazelnut
•Oat
•Treacle
•Lentil
•Olive
•Lamb chops
•Pea
•Goat cheese

Problems in the Copper Mineral Deficiency

•Anemia
•Iron deficiency
• Feeling of lack of energy and fatigue
• Disruption in growth and development
• Skin irritations
•Hair loss
• Loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation
• Immune system weakness
• Weakness in bones
•Rheumatism

To what extent should it be consumed?

If we set a daily limit, this limit is 1-2 mg for infants and 2.5 mg for adults. You can control the amount of copper mineral from the content of the products you consume.

Problems to be overused

•Increased risk of cancer
•Hypertension
•Eye problems
•Depression and dementia
•Copper poisoning
•Wilson's disease
•Mental disorders


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