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FacebookMar 10, 2023

Chromium is even more critical than zinc to the glucose transport by the insulin receptor on the cell surface.

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Chromium is even more critical than zinc to the glucose transport by the insulin receptor on the cell surface. Intracellular Chromium deficiencies are fairly common in my practice. Again early lack of chromium causes reversible insulin re

FacebookMar 21, 2020

Zinc products, because they tend to be antiviral, have disappeared.I am trying not to push it too obviously or it…

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Zinc products, because they tend to be antiviral, have disappeared.I am trying not to push it too obviously or it will also disappear but our Copper Balance is designed as a copper-zinc metallothionein support product (we’re being awarded a

FacebookMar 21, 2020

We apologize for any inconvenience, our BOGO on copper balance ended last night due to the high demand for zinc…

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We apologize for any inconvenience, our BOGO on copper balance ended last night due to the high demand for zinc products. Please use one copper balance a day if you find yourself inflicted with the current pandemic virus in conjunction with

InstagramMar 22, 2019

Zinc. I think we have all heard of it before, but do you know how crucial it is to the body? Not only is it critical…

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Zinc. I think we have all heard of it before, but do you know how crucial it is to the body? Not only is it critical for functionality of the thyroid receptors & glands but your insulin receptors as well! Without zinc they would not work! I

Health BlogJun 11, 2026

Using the NCC Formula

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This is the BEST way to look at what your Copper is really doing. Is it getting into the cells, or building up in other places? Let’s see! Non-Ceruloplasmin Copper Calculator Calculate NCC in Seconds Enter zinc, copper, and ceruloplasmin exactly as they appear on a lab report. The calculator converts units, calculates the copper:zinc ratio, and highlights the percent of non-ceruloplasmin-bound copper. Lab Inputs Use the unit dropdowns to match the lab report. The app normalizes everything to µg/dL before calculating. Zinc Required for copper:zinc ratio Total Copper Required for all NCC calcula

YouTubeOct 12, 2025

Copper Overload In Body - What Can You Do?

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Copper is essential for life—it helps enzymes work, supports SOD1 for antioxidant defense, and even prepares iron to carry oxygen in the blood. But when copper builds up in the bloodstream instead of entering cells, it causes pain, tender points, and migraines. This often ties back to genes like CBS, NAT2, and glutathione-related SNPs that impair copper transport. The solution is supporting ceruloplasmin—the copper-binding protein—with targeted nutrients like B6, zinc, and NAC. That’s why Copper Balance was created: to move copper where it belongs and help symptoms finally improve. Visit PhysicianDesigned.com or Amazon for Copper Balance. Info: http://www.DanPurserMD.com Supplements: https://www.PhysicianDesigned.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00BIKSGVQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danpursermd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhysicianDesigned Twitter: https://twitter.com/realdanpursermd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/danpursermd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danpurser.md Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/danpursermd

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YouTubeOct 1, 2025

What is a low copper diet?

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A low copper diet focuses on cutting back foods naturally high in copper—like nuts, seeds, chocolate, avocados, and shellfish—because too much copper can build up in the body when certain genes prevent proper regulation. For people with fibromyalgia, migraines, or chronic inflammation, reducing copper intake while supporting balance with nutrients like zinc, boron, molybdenum, and glutathione can make a dramatic difference in symptoms and overall health. Follow Dr. Purser! Info: http://www.DanPurserMD.com Supplements: https://www.PhysicianDesigned.com Books: https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00BIKSGVQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danpursermd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhysicianDesigned Twitter: https://twitter.com/realdanpursermd YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/danpursermd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danpurser.md Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/danpursermd

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It’s normal to shed some hair after pregnancy, but excessive or prolonged hair loss can signal deeper issues. Often,…

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It’s normal to shed some hair after pregnancy, but excessive or prolonged hair loss can signal deeper issues. Often, it’s tied to nutrient deficiencies—especially low copper, zinc, or B vitamins—that get depleted during pregnancy and breast

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