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.
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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