18 Shocking Signs of Copper Toxicity In Our Body

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Copper, an essential trace mineral, is vitally important for both physical and mental health. Copper is essential to the proper functioning of organs and metabolic processes. Copper also is an essential trace element that is required in enzyme systems. Copper toxicity is a condition in which copper is retained and begins to build up in the body tissues. Copper has a number of important functions in the human body. The problem usually occurs when there is too much of it in the soft tissues of the body.

Cause of Copper toxicity

Excessive supplementation
Low levels of zinc in the diet
Contaminated food and drinking water due to contact with metallic copper
External exposures such as a copper IUD or accidental agricultural overspray
High levels of estrogen.

Symptoms of High Copper In Body

-Fatigue and exhaustion
-Hypothyroid
-Headaches, migraines
-Mood swings
-Cold hands, and/or feet
-Depression
-Dry skin
-Arthritis, calcium spurs
-Constipation
-Racing heart
-Short attention span
-Eating disorders
-Panic attacks, high anxiety
-Yeast infections
-Aching muscles or muscle cramps
-Insomnia, interrupted sleep
-PMS
-Low blood pressure

Two Heavy metals detox recipe

Recipe #1

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups fresh cilantro
1 1/2 cups fresh parsley
1 avocado
1 lime

Directions:

Get two bowls, and split the parsley and cilantro between both of them.
Cut the avocado into cubes and add it to the bowls.
Squeeze lime juice over both bowls! Ready to eat fresh! Enjoy.

Recipe #2

Ingredients:

2 cups pineapple
2 apples
1 lemon (peeled if not organic)
2 cucumbers
6 stalks celery or 1 small head of celery
1 head of romaine
1 small bunch cilantro (start with less, taste and add more)
1 small bunch mint
3 stalks chard or kale

Directions:

Run each ingredient through a juicer one at a time. Stir well and serve. It’s best to drink on an empty stomach, ideally as your breakfast or before your breakfast.

Sources:

http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-9217/heavy-metal-detox-juice-recipe.html

http://www.tvernonlac.com/copper-toxicity.html

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Phyllis Bentley
I have 12 years’ experience in the medical industry. As a freelance writer, I have written a number of articles which have been published in highly read publications. I have a strong knowledge base in a range of medical and wellness topics and in the business of health care.
Specialities in Family health; autoimmune diseases; mental health; diabetes, cancer; fitness and nutrition.