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Nutrition 101: Copper

Published in May 2007
Prepared by Jessica Hookham
Reviewed by Gloria Tsang, RD





Common names
  • Copper
Recommended Intake
  • Males and females ≥ 19 years: 900 ug/day
What's Copper for?
  • Structural component of many enzyme systems
  • Allows iron to function in the body, thereby preventing iron deficiency anemia
  • Protects against free radicals by acting as an antioxidant
  • Required for the health of bones, lungs, and blood vessels
  • Helps heal wounds
Best Food sources
  • Legumes, fish, liver, shellfish, whole grains, cocoa powder, cereal and cereal products, green vegetables
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