Copper

Copper is a trace mineral used by enzymes involved in iron transport, connective-tissue structure and mitochondrial energy production. It also participates in antioxidant enzyme systems.

• Scientific identity: Copper; body content: ~50 to 120 mg.
• How it works: Absorbed in the upper small intestine: Uptake is regulated and competes with zinc for the same transport pathway. Bound for transport: In circulation it travels bound to proteins, chiefly caeruloplasmin, rather than moving free.
• Primary function: It contributes to normal iron metabolism, connective-tissue maintenance and cellular energy processes.
• What it supports: Copper supports the enzymes involved in iron handling, connective-tissue structure and the body's normal cellular energy processes.
• Important consideration: The elemental mineral amount is more meaningful than the weight of its source compound.

CARPEDIEM selected Copper for a clearly defined role within a thoughtfully balanced formulation.

• Formulation purpose: It contributes to normal iron metabolism, connective-tissue maintenance and cellular energy processes.
• Used in: CARPEDIEM Hair Skin Nails, CARPEDIEM MultiTeen and CARPEDIEM MultiWomen and other appropriate CARPEDIEM formulations.
• Works alongside: Copper complements Zinc, Iron and Manganese to support balanced daily mineral nutrition.
• Meaningful contribution: Copper supports the enzymes involved in iron handling, connective-tissue structure and the body's normal cellular energy processes. Supports enzymes involved in normal mitochondrial energy production.
• Quality and scientific context: The elemental mineral amount is more meaningful than the weight of its source compound. Research is shown only when an ingredient-specific study demonstrates a relevant benefit.