Too many people think they have copper overload when they really have a copper deficiency! What makes you think you have copper overload? copper is part of the hemoglobin molecule and is also necessary for the absorption, storage, and utilization of iron. Some people who are copper deficient get iron deficiency anemia which is not helped by large amounts of iron supplements. They need to cure their copper deficiency to cure the anemia.


"Copper toxicity is rare in the general population."




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

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=nutrient&dbid=53

http://www.healthvitaminsguide.com/minerals/copper.htm

http://www.moondragon.org/health/disorders/copperdeficiency.html



The last link advises 3-5 mg a day of supplemental copper. Imo that is a bit much. Unless you have proof that you have excessive copper, it may be prudent to take 1 mg or 2 mg a day of supplemental copper.

While I haven't had my copper levels checked, I still feel that I need a copper supplement of around 2 mg a day, as I take plenty of supplemental molybdenum, zinc, and iron. Those who are doing chelation also need extra copper. They pointed out that the upper limit for copper intake for adults is 10 mg.