Re: Re: Warning on supplements containing copper - move to Off Topic Group

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Re: Warning on supplements containing copper

Adrienne, you can take MSM (and other sulfur-containing foods and supplements) to help you avoid retaining copper." While Selenium (Se)supplements have been readily available for many years, up until the mid 90's, Sulfur (S) requirements had tobe met mostly through dietary sources, primarily eggs, onions and garlic. This created problems for peoplewith below-normal sulfur (or sulphur) levels who couldn't tolerate these foods.With MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) entering the market, it immediately became so much easier to deal withmedical conditions requiring larger amounts of sulfur as part of their treatment. Both, selenium and sulfur bindto a number of heavy, or toxic metals, with selenium being protective against cadmium, arsenic, mercury, andlead, while sulfur (being to a lesser degree protective of the same), is also helpful to lower aluminum levels.Sulfur interferes with the storage of copper, an essential trace element, however copper levels tend to be onthe high side with many people, so this is generally a positive effect. It is interesting that patients with normalor below-normal copper levels rarely exhibit below-normal sulfur levels. In fact, the benefits of sulfur-containingsupplements (Glucosamine Sulfate, MSM) on some forms of arthritis are not just a result of their positiveeffect on cartilage regeneration, but they are largely based on lowering elevated copper levels which promotejoint degeneration, particularly - or more so - on the right side of the body.Of course, on those rare occasions when copper is actually deficient, sulfur-containing supplements - justlike larger amounts of Vitamin C - should not be used, as they could trigger, or worsen existing inflammatoryconditions. In addition, individuals with a tendency for blood sugar disorders (diabetes) should be aware ofpotential negative consequences on blood sugar management when supplementing glucosamine sulfate.Possible adverse effects of consuming higher amounts of sulfur-containing foods or supplements such asglucosamine sulfate, MSM, methionine, taurine, cysteine / cystine... include diarrhea, flatulence, or bloating,while a very small number of patients have complained of a "stomach burning" sensation. With sulfur beinga calcium and potassium antagonist, high supplemental intake of glucosamine sulfate or MSM may worsenlow calcium-related disorders such as insomnia, fatigue, anxieties, or bone loss, and they may worsen lowpotassium-related cardiac, or renal / genitourinary conditions."http://www.acu-cell.com/ses.html~Eileen>> I would just like to warn members on here about copper toxicity......> It is very hard to find multi supplements that do not contain copper and most of us have too much due to copper water pipes and tanks.> I am now avoiding foods high in copper & can no longer enjoy a nice soak in the bath.> I am also taking zinc and supplements to support the liver/gall bladder.> > Adrienne.>