Copper is a trace mineral that functions as a component of a number of metallo-enzymes and is involved in red blood cell formation, immunity, and in the maintenance of blood vessels, nerves, and bones.
• Its oligodynamic (naturally self-sterilizing of metals on bacteria) and has a toxic effect on pathogens that come in contact with it.
Copper Vessel Use
When drinking-Water is stored in copper pots for 16 hours at room temperature, bacteria is eliminated as copper has anti-bacterial effect against important Diarrheagenic bacteria.
Diarrheagenic Bacteria:
• Vibrio Cholerae O1,
• Shigella flexneri 2a,
• Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli,
• Enteropathogenic E. coli,
• Salmon fishella enterica typhi,
• Salmon fishella paratyphi and destroys even anti-biotic-resistant bacteria).
• Anemia,
• Fragile blood vessels (which tend to break easily),
• Bone and joint problems (brittle Bones, Osteoporosis, birth defects),
• High LDL (bad) Cholesterol levels,
• Low HDL levels (good Cholesterol),
• Frequent Infections and poor immunity response to infectious agents,
• Premature Hair graying,
• De-pigmentation or loss of Skin pigment,
• Fatigue,
• General weakness,
• Difficult breathing,
• Irregular heartbeats,
• Skin lesions and enlarged veins
• Low body temperature and low white blood cell count,
• Thyroid problems.
Health Benefits of Copper
Anti-Aging
• Copper slows down the aging process as it helps slow down the aging process, aiding in Energy production and promoting healthy Hair and Eyes.
• Its essential for producing melanin (the pigment that gives colour to Eyes, Skin and Hair).
• Anti-oxidants in it promotes healthy cells regeneration, reducing fine lines, external appearance and wrinkles, thus slow down aging.
Foods & Bones
Cardiovascular System
• It enhances blood circulation, helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate and triglyceride levels by minimizing oxidation of LDL Cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries and preventing hardening of The Arteries.
Foods & Cardiovascular System
Circulatory System
• It helps improve white blood cell count and is needed for efficient utilization of Iron (an essential hemoglobin, blood-building and transportation mineral), thus lowering chances of Anemia.
Foods & Circulatory System
Digestive System
• Copper has properties that help kill harmful bacteria and reduce inflammation within The Stomach, making it a great remedy for ulcers, Indigestion and Infections.
• Its helpful in cleansing and detoxing The Stomach, proper elimination of waste and ensuring the absorption of nutrients from food.
• Copper ions in Water help to maintain a good balance of pH level in the body, making the body a conducive and healthy environment for beneficial bacteria, beneficial for Digestive issues and healing for intestinal ulcers.
Foods & Digestive System
Hair
• Its an essential element of melanin (the natural pigmentation responsible for Skin, Hair and Eyes colour). Melanin is produced by melanocytes only in the presence of Copper. A Copper deficit will lead to premature Hair graying.
Note:
* With old age, our Eyes may start to discolour (a sign of premature aging). It can be delayed or slowed down as a result of a healthy diet, rich in Vitamins, Minerals and anti-oxidants (especially Copper).
Foods & Hair
Immune System
• Copper has Anti-Microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic and Anti-Inflammatory properties which helps neutralize toxins.
• It helps improve white blood cell count (leukocytes) and having a high count of leukocytes means having a strong Immune System that is able to Fight against harmful and disease-causing microbes.
• Its able to aid cell regeneration also helps ensure speedy tissue-healing of Wounds.
• Storing Water in a Copper vessel creates a natural purification process, making Water perfectly fit for drinking as it can kill all the microorganisms, molds, fungi, algae and bacteria, present in the Water that could be harmful to the body.
• Drinking 2-3 glasses of Water that has been stored in a Copper vessel is another easy way to supply your body with enough Copper (an essential trace mineral that is vital to human health).
Foods & Immune System
Infections
• It has anti-bacterial properties and can inhibit or even destroy the growth of dangerous bacteria such as E. coli. (Professor Bill Keevil, University of Southampton).
Foods & Infections
Metabolism
• It supports the activity of the Thyroid Gland and it is involved in various biological reactions within our body (such as Zinc, Manganese, and Selenium Metabolism in Thyroid disease).
• More than 50 different enzymes involved in various biological reactions within our body rely on Copper to operate properly.
• It promotes normal metabolic processes in association with Amino Acids and Vitamins.
• Regular drinking of Water stored in Copper vessel helps make up for Copper deficiency, thus improving Thyroid functions (Copper is needed by the Thyroid Gland to function optimally) and eliminating chances of Hyperthyroidism (excessive Thyroid Hormone) and Hypothyroidism (low levels of Thyroid Hormone).
Note:
* Copper needs to be supplied by diet or food supplements (in case of a more severe deficiency) because it cannot be produced by the Human Body.
* Considering that it is the third most widespread mineral in the body, it is vital that we meet our daily needs.
Foods & Metabolism
Musculoskeletal System
• It optimizes/supports the activity of the Thyroid Gland and helps preserve the myelin Sheath that surrounds and protects the nerves.
• It supports the growth process as it ensures proper use of Iron and participates in enzymatic reactions, in the formation of connective tissue.
• Copper reduces tissue damage caused by free radical action and maintains both healthy connective tissues and healthy Bones.
• It has strong Anti-Inflammatory properties which provide relief to Arthritis and Joint Pain and also a mineral that is needed for Bone-building, thus helping in the reduction in deterioration and inflammation of Bones that can lead to Osteoporosis.
Foods & Musculoskeletal System
The Brain & Nervous System
• It improves brain function and supports the production of melatonin (a Hormone which helps improve sleep quality).
• Water stored or obtained from Copper vessel can synthesize phospholipids that help in the formation of myelin Sheath (nerve cOating helping the neurotransmitters to transmit signals faster and with more efficiency) acts as a brain Stimulant and anti-convulsant preventing seizures.
Foods & Nervous System
Weight Management
• Drinking Water stored in a Copper vessel regularly, helps the body to eliminate and break down fats , thus aiding in weight loss.
Foods & Weight Management
Foods Rich in Copper
* The Order is from the Highest Level of Copper Concentration.
1)
African Spider Plant
2)
Spirulina
3)
Blackstrap Molasses
4)
Sesame Butter
5)
Sesame Seeds
6)
Cocoa Powder
7)
Mace (Ground)
8)
Cashewnuts
9)
Basil (Dried)
10)
Sunflower Seeds
11)
Coriander
12)
Dark Chocolate
13)
Safflower Seeds
14)
Brazil Nuts
15)
Hazelnuts
16)
Soybeans
17)
Poppy Seeds
18)
Baobab Fruit
19)
Hemp Seeds
20)
Walnut
21)
Barley
22)
Tempeh
23)
Pumpkin Seeds
24)
Lentils
25)
Cereals (Mixed)
26)
Finger Millet
27)
Sorghum
28)
Pearl Millet
29)
Lima Beans
30)
Pacific Oyster
31)
Sesame (Flour)
32)
Nuts
33)
Fish
34)
Chicken Giblets
35)
Beans
36)
Peas
37)
Kale
38)
Breadnut Seeds
39)
Winged Bean Tuber
40)
Celery Seeds
