Copper Complex
Forte 3mg

Copper is a component of a range of enzymes and many redox reactions. The main function of this trace element is its contribution to haematopoiesis, energy metabolism and antioxidative defence.

Without copper, iron is unavailable for hematopoiesis, and as a component of the mitochondrial respiratory chain, copper is required for energy metabolism. As a cofactor of the antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase, it protects cells from oxidative stress. As a cofactor, copper is responsible for melanin production in skin and hair and contributes to the maintenance of normal connective tissue.

Our copper complex contains three forms of copper in an optimal ratio of equal parts copper citrate, copper gluconate, and copper bisglycinate. Each compound has a different effect profile within bodily copper metabolism. Just as copper never occurs isolated in natural foods, our complex offers different copper compounds for ideal absorption, bioavailability and a comprehensive supply of copper to the cells.

Copper citrate

Copper citrate is one of the most common copper compounds in food supplements. Citrate supports the absorption of copper and works together synergistically with copper in energy metabolism.

Copper bisglycinate

Our copper bisglycinate is an organic copper chelate in which copper is bonded with the amino acid L-glycine. Copper bisglycinate has a particularly high biovailability.

Copper gluconate

Copper bonded with gluconic acid as a fruit acid chelate rounds off the mixture of organic copper compounds. Gluconate is well-absorbed by the body and correspondingly supports the absorption of the trace element bonded with it.

The combination of these three copper compounds, rather than isolates, maximises their absorption into the body as well as the effect of copper on energy metabolism (citrate) and blood and collagen formation (bisglycinate).

According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA):

Copper contributes to:

• Maintenance of normal connective tissue
• Normal energy metabolism
• Normal functioning of the nervous system
• Normal hair pigmentation
• Normal iron transport in the body
• Normal skin pigmentation
• Normal function of the immune system
• The protection of cells from oxidative stress

Directions

Take 1 capsule with 200ml water daily, separately from meals.

Daily Requirements

According to the German Nutrition Society (DGE), adults have a daily intake requirement of 1-1.5mg copper.

Food Supplement

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of young children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.

Ingredients: Gum Arabic, Copper Gluconate, Copper Bisglycinate, Copper Citrate. Capsule shell: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose.

* % Nutrient Reference Value

Per capsule: 3mg copper
Per jar: 360mg copper

The purity of our formulas is important to us. This is why we have both our raw ingredients as well as our finished products extensively tested by independent laboratories to confirm purity and active ingredient content. Here, we have provided the results of some of the tests carried out on this product.

CONFORMITY STATEMENT

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Our Philosophy

For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using medicinal plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster and maintain vitality and good health.

With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.

Consequently, our philosophy is simple: everything we do meets the highest standards of quality and purity; our focus is on organic and natural ingredients.

We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels and down to every last detail.

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