Copper Bisglycinate 60c by Thorne – Connective Tissue Support Copper Supplement
Copper Bisglycinate capsules by Thorne provide an essential trace mineral in a bisglycinate chelate form for connective tissue maintenance and normal cellular function. This chelated copper supplement provides 2 mg of copper per capsule in a 60-capsule bottle.
Key Copper Bisglycinate 60c Benefits
- Supports connective tissue health by supplying copper needed to maintain the structural framework of bones, skin, and blood vessels.
- Contributes to cellular energy production, helping enzymes carry out the steps that turn nutrients into usable energy.
- Supports antioxidant defenses through copper-dependent enzymes that help protect cells from everyday oxidative stress.
- Helps maintain normal nerve function and healthy iron metabolism.
How Copper Bisglycinate 60c Works
Copper helps enzymes do their jobs. Some of these enzymes reinforce connective tissue, while others help cells produce energy, move iron into usable forms, or neutralize reactive molecules. Because zinc and copper can compete for absorption, copper and zinc balance matters when choosing mineral supplements. More copper is not necessarily better: additional intake should address an individual nutritional need.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Copper (as TRAACS® Copper Bisglycinate Chelate)†: Copper helps enzymes build and maintain connective tissue, use iron, and produce cellular energy. It also supports the copper-dependent antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase, which helps manage reactive molecules inside cells. These nutritional roles support the normal maintenance of bones, blood vessels, and other tissues.
Copper Bisglycinate 60c Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking targeted copper intake when dietary sources do not meet their needs.
- Adults taking supplemental zinc whose practitioner recommends reviewing copper intake and mineral balance.
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Recommendation: Take 1 capsule one to three times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.
Serving Size: One Capsule
Servings Per Container: 60
Copper (as TRAACS® Copper Bisglycinate Chelate)† ... 2 mg
Daily Value (DV)
†This product uses Albion’s TRAACS® Copper Bisglycinate chelate. TRAACS is a registered trademark of Albion International, Inc.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine.
Does Not Contain: GLUTEN FREE
Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
TAMPER EVIDENT: Use only if bottle is sealed.
ALLERGY WARNING
This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
PREGNANCY
If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.
INTERACTIONS
There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.
Excess copper can be harmful. Do not self-supplement if you have Wilson’s disease or another copper-handling disorder. Review total copper intake and other supplements with your healthcare practitioner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Copper Bisglycinate 60c
What are the benefits of Copper Bisglycinate 60c?
Copper Bisglycinate 60c supplies copper for connective tissue maintenance, cellular energy production, antioxidant enzyme activity, and normal nerve function. It provides this essential trace mineral in a bisglycinate chelate form.
Who should take Copper Bisglycinate 60c?
Copper Bisglycinate 60c is intended for adults whose healthcare practitioner identifies a need for additional copper, including those with low dietary intake or those taking supplemental zinc. High zinc intake can interfere with copper absorption, so adding copper should be based on individual needs rather than automatic supplementation.
Are there any side effects of taking Copper Bisglycinate 60c?
Excess copper can cause abdominal pain, cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; ongoing excess can damage the liver. People with Wilson’s disease or another copper-handling disorder should not self-supplement. Thorne states: This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product. Its interaction statement reads: There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date. This is not a guarantee that copper is suitable for everyone. Review medicines and other mineral supplements with your practitioner. TAMPER EVIDENT: Use only if bottle is sealed.
How does Copper Bisglycinate 60c support overall health?
Copper supports overall health by helping enzymes use iron, generate cellular energy, maintain connective tissue, and manage oxidative stress. Copper Bisglycinate 60c supplies copper for these normal nutritional functions; taking extra copper is not a substitute for a varied diet or an individualized assessment of mineral needs.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
