Metabolic
Biomarker

Copper

Available as add-on
Why we test it
Copper is essential for brain function but toxic in excess. Free copper promotes oxidative damage and is elevated in Alzheimer's brain tissue. The ratio of copper to zinc is an important indicator of brain health.
BetterBrain target
70-110 µg/dL (copper:zinc ratio ~1:1)
Essential but toxic in excess. Free copper promotes oxidative damage and is elevated in Alzheimer's brain tissue.
What you Can do
  1. Zinc supplementation (to balance ratio)
  2. Limit copper cookware
  3. Water filtration
  4. Copper-aware diet

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