#1 Mineral To Boost Collagen
Collagen is the structural protein that keeps everything in the body held together by giving
it a strong framework.
It’s a mesh that makes up 25-35% of the proteins in your body.
As we age, our bodies make less collagen which causes sagging skin, wrinkles, weak joints,
fragile bones and thinning hair.
Fortunately there are natural ways that you can boost collagen production to stay looking
young and healthy.
One of the most important minerals that is needed by your body to build and maintain
collagen is copper,
And that's exactly what we will talk about in today's video.
Just a quick reminder, this video is for educational purposes only, so do speak to your doctor
if you have any medical conditions.
What is Copper
Copper is a trace mineral that the body needs in very tiny amounts (around 900mcg per day)
It's extremely important as it helps to activate enzymes in the body that make collagen,
It's also involved with making elastin, a protein that makes your collagen and skin
elastic and less likely to sag and become wrinkled.
One of the main ways that it does this, is by helping to build healthy red blood cells
and strengthening the blood vessels.
This allows oxygen and nutrients to circulate through your body,
in order to build collagen that keeps your joints strong and healthy,
Your skin young looking, smooth and elastic,
Producing melanin, the pigment that protects your skin from sunlight (UV damage)
And also building neurotransmitters so that your body can send signals through your nervous
system.
Copper is also part of the natural Vitamin C complex found in fruits and vegetables,
which helps to protect the body and skin against oxidative damage as you get older.
Signs Of A Copper Deficiency
People who do not consume enough copper will find that the framework of their bodies becomes
weaker and starts breaking down.
Those with a severe copper deficiency often develop a condition called swayback (lordosis).
The spine curves too far inward at the lower part of your back, causing pain and mobility
problems.
Without enough copper the skin starts to age and sag at a faster rate,
The hair can begin greying prematurely and at a younger age, because the enzyme form
of copper (tyrosinase) is needed to build melanin pigments for your hair.
You may begin developing varicose veins as the collagen in your veins loses its elasticity
and blood starts to flow in the wrong direction.
Low copper can make you feel weak, tired and anaemic, as its needed to help your intestines
absorb iron in order to build heme and haemoglobin for your blood.
Causes Of Copper Deficiency so what causes a copper deficiency
Many of the soils that we grow our food in are depleted of copper, meaning that we don’t
get enough in our diets.
Another cause is having digestive problems like acid reflux, indigestion and GERD, which
means that you can't absorb minerals properly.
Taking high doses of zinc supplements or ascorbic acid can also deplete your copper reserves,
because these have to be in equal balance in the body.
Ascorbic acid tablets are labelled as "Vitamin C", but they are in fact only a small portion
of the REAL Vitamin C complex.
Real Vitamin C contains bioflavonoids, copper (tyrosinase) and other ingredients
which can only be obtained by eating real fruits, vegetables and whole food powders.
Finally, drinking too much alcohol, or eating too many refined foods depletes your copper
reserves, as your body uses it to fight against oxidation from these junk foods.
How To Boost Collagen With Copper now let's take a look at how to boost collagen with
with copper
(step)
1.
Start consuming foods that are rich in copper on a daily basis including shellfish, organ
meats, pecans, shitake mushrooms, sesame seeds, spirulina, almonds, kale and swiss chard.
These foods also contain other minerals and vitamins that work with copper to boost collagen
synthesis in your body.
2.
To strengthen your stomach, start consuming 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar mixed
in a glass of water before each meal.
This helps to bring the Ph.
Of your stomach back to a normal level of acidity, (1-3) helping you break down and
absorb minerals like copper and iron.
3.
Eat natural foods that are high in polyphenols and antioxidants like berries, lemons, cabbage
and sugar free dark chocolate.
These provide additional phytonutrients which activate copper in body in order to boost
collagen and fight the effects of aging.
4.
If you are taking any supplements which contain zinc, make sure that you are also taking a
full complex of trace minerals.
Too much of one mineral and not another offsets the balance of minerals needed by your body.
5.
Cut back on sugary and flour based foods like bread, soda, biscuits, pastries, pasta etc..
These refined foods, especially grains block the absorption of copper and minerals as they
contain phytates.
Anti-Aging Drink To Boost Collagen
Now I'd like to share with you a powerful collagen boosting, anti-aging drink that you
can use on a daily basis to support youthful skin, strong joints, teeth, bones, hair etc..
Take 1 cup of blackberries/blueberries
1 Tablespoons of raw lemon juice
1 and 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk)
1/4 cup almond butter
2 teaspoons of natural sweetener (erythritol/xylitol or liquid stevia)
Add all of these ingredients to a blender and process.
This drink is loaded with antioxidants, trace minerals, copper and enzymes that help your
body build collagen.
If you wish, you can also add a scoop of collagen peptides powder, or bone broth powder to provide
your body more raw materials (amino acids) that can be used to produce collagen proteins.
When it comes to anti-aging and keeping the body strong with age, there are actually 8
important vitamins and minerals involved.
To learn about the top 8 vitamins that collagen, tap here.
Thank you so much for watching my video today I wish you great health, wealth and happiness.