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Copper: Copper is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods, including vegetables, legumes, nuts, grains, fruits, shellfish, avocado, beef, and animal organs (e.g. liver and kidneys). Copper is involved in the development of immune cells and immune function in the body. Severe copper deficiency appears to have negative effects on immune function. However, further research is needed to fully understand copper's effects on the immune system.Patients should talk to their healthcare providers before taking copper supplements. Avoid if allergic to copper. Avoid use of copper supplements when recovering from diarrhea. Avoid with hypercupremia. Avoid with HIV/AIDS, genetic disorders affecting copper metabolism (e.g. Wilson's disease), Indian childhood cirrhosis, or idiopathic copper toxicosis. Use water-containing copper concentrations greater than six milligrams per liter cautiously. Use cautiously with anemia, joint pains, muscle pains, or if at risk for selenium deficiency. Read more
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