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copper is a trace mineral found in shellfish, nuts, seeds, beans, whole grains, mushrooms, liver, avocados, beets, broccoli, oats, oranges, raisins, all green leafy veggies.  is best absorbs by your intestines if you take it with cobalt, folic acid, iron and zinc. If you are deficient in copper you can experience the following symptoms: Fatigue, baldness, slow growth, osteoporosis, inability to manufacture collagen, slows nervous system development, and retardation.  If you take too much and become toxic you may experience nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headaches, a metallic taste, hemolytic anemia. The normal daily dosage is 0.5 -2 mg. if you would like to discuss nutrition fell free to call me

Dr Mike
scottsdale chiropractic
480 607 4436

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