this is a continuation of the topic of minerals that started in the
LindaLou's chelation experience thread. It was suggested that a new thread be started on this.

More about copper.

"The copper-dependent enzyme, cytochrome c oxidase, plays a critical role in cellular energy production. By catalyzing the reduction of molecular oxygen (O2) to water (H2O), cytochrome c oxidase generates an electrical gradient used by the mitochondria to create the vital energy-storing molecule, ATP (3)."

http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/minerals/copper/index.html