Mineral

Copper

Mineral studied for iron metabolism, connective tissue, antioxidant enzymes. How it works, the dose and timing studied, what it interacts with, and the research behind the grade.

Grade B evidence moderate: promising but smaller or mixed human trials
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Best for Iron metabolism, Connective tissue, Antioxidant enzymes
Typical dose 0.9 mg daily (RDA); ~1–2 mg when balancing high zinc intake
Timing Any time; separate from high-dose zinc
Category Mineral
How it works

What it is and the mechanism

A trace mineral cofactor for enzymes including ceruloplasmin (iron handling), lysyl oxidase (collagen and elastin cross-linking), and superoxide dismutase (antioxidant defense).

Dose and timing

When and how much to take

The dose below reflects the range used in published research. Match the form alongside the milligrams. Set your own wake and bed times to map the timing onto your day.

Timing visualizer

When to take Copper

Dose: 0.9 mg daily (RDA); ~1–2 mg when balancing high zinc intake. Set your own wake and bed times to map the guidance onto your day.

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12 pmAnytime. Timing is flexible. Pick a slot you can keep consistent.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Before you stack it

Interactions and cautions

Read these before combining this with other supplements or medication. The risk is rarely the headline, it is the interaction you did not check.

Interactions
  • Zinc, high zinc depletes copper; balance long-term dosing
  • Antacids, may reduce absorption
Cautions
  • Rarely needed alone unless zinc supplementation is high
  • Excess can cause GI upset and liver stress
Stacking

What pairs well, and what to keep apart

Derived from shared topics, complementary categories, and the interaction list. Introduce one compound at a time so you can tell what works.

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Compounds in the same topics

Often considered alongside this one. Each carries its own evidence grade.