Copper Deficiency

Cross-source consensus on Copper Deficiency from 1 sources and 3 claims.

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Copper is required for the synthesis of collagen and elastin, which give arteries their structural strength and flexibility. — Aneurysms: The Silent Killer
Long-term high-dose zinc supplementation without adequate copper intake is a common cause of copper deficiency, because zinc and copper compete for absorption. — Aneurysms: The Silent Killer
Copper also functions as an antifungal and antibacterial agent. — Aneurysms: The Silent Killer