Essential Mineral Copper

Copper helps maintaining our nerve cells and immune system. It also absorbs iron, form collagen, and helps producing energy.

Copper is a vital trace mineral needed for our survival. Mineral Copper is found in all of our body tissues and plays an important role in the making of red blood cells.

In our body, copper is found in our brain, heart, liver, kidneys, and skeletal muscle. Too much or too little amount of copper can adversely affect our brain functioning. However, the deficiency is rare but it can lead to cardiovascular disease and other problems.

Types of Copper:

1.      Copper Propionate

        Copper Propionate is available in different forms. It is used in different medicines. You can order Copper Propionate from West Bengal Chemical Industries, a limited company based in WB, India. It is available as API form. Appearance is green crystal powder with occasional friable lump.

2.      Copper Bisglycinate

The molecular formula of Copper Bisglycinate is C4H8CuN2O4

Copper Bisglycinate, an optimally absorbed Albion mineral chelate supports blood vessel, bone, heart, nerve, and skin health.

Location: India

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