Copper

Micronutrient Role
Accept and donate electrons
Redox reactions
Scavenging for free radicals
Exists in a number of enzymes
Energy production
Connective tissue formation
Form metabolism
Central Nervous Function
Melanin
Gene Expression
Gas transport
Neurohormone
Homeostasis
Antioxidant

Recommended Intake
Average Adult 890-900 ug

Deficiency
Anemia
Neutropenia
Loss of pigmentation

Toxicity
Abdominal Pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Liver damage
Kidney Damage
Coma
Death

Disease Prevention/Treatment
Cardiovascular disease
Immune Function
Osteoporosis

Nutrient Interaction
Iron
Zinc
Vitamin C
Fructose
Alpha lipoic acid

Drug interactions
Penicilamine
High Dose of antacids

Recommended Foods
Liver
Shellfish
Nuts
Seeds
Mushrooms
Chocolate