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Zinc / Copper Ratio
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What it isA ratio of zinc to copper that captures the balance between two minerals with opposing inflammatory effects.
DoesIndexes inflammatory tone and oxidative balance through these two trace mineral cofactors.
GoodA balanced ratio supports immune, mood, and oxidative balance.
BadLow ratio (high copper relative to zinc) tracks chronic inflammation, anxiety, ADHD, and oxidative stress. High ratio risks copper deficiency.
- Standard
- 0.7–1.0.
- Optimal
- 0.8–1.0 (narrow target)
- Modifiers
- Estrogen raises copper; supplementation alters either side.
How to optimize
- Lifestyle
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- Diet
- Adequate zinc-rich foods.
- Supplements
- Zinc (15–30mg/day) with balanced copper (2mg/day).
- Peptides
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- Drugs
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CopperZinc
Reference ranges are general adult lab norms; optimal ranges are editorial picks from the longevity literature — not medical advice. Always interpret results with your physician.
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