New research indicates that copper found in drinking water, foods and vitamin supplements may play a role in the buildup of proteins and inflammation of the brain that are associated with Alzheimer’s disease.<\/p>\n
Copper is necessary for bone and tissue growth, hormone secretion and nerve conduction, but the new research from the University of Rochester Medical Center suggests that too much copper has negative effects on human health. The research was published in the journal PNAS.<\/p>\n
The research found that copper, even in amounts that are common and allowable by the FDA, can affect the barrier that keeps toxins from entering the brain. Copper can also fuel the production of beta-amyloid in the brain and keep proteins from clearing it out. Beta-amyloid is a component of amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease.<\/p>\n
In addition, copper buildup in the brain can cause inflammation. In the short term, inflammation is a sign that brain tissues are (more…)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" New research indicates that copper found in drinking water, foods and vitamin supplements may play a role in the buildup of proteins and inflammation of the brain that are associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Copper is necessary for bone and tissue…<\/span><\/p>\n