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Nutrition 101: Copper
Published in May 2007
Prepared by Jessica Hookham
Reviewed by Gloria Tsang, RD 
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Recommended Intake
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- Males and females ≥ 19 years: 900 ug/day
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What's Copper for?
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- Structural component of many enzyme systems
- Allows iron to function in the body, thereby preventing iron deficiency anemia
- Protects against free radicals by acting as an antioxidant
- Required for the health of bones, lungs, and blood vessels
- Helps heal wounds
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Best Food sources
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- Legumes, fish, liver, shellfish, whole grains, cocoa powder, cereal and cereal products, green vegetables
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