Collagen isn't just about supplements! A key nutrient Hong Kong residents should know: Copper.

膠原蛋白唔止靠補充!香港人必識的關鍵營養素:銅(Copper)

Many Hong Kong people consume collagen for anti-aging, skin care, and joint repair, but Dr. Eric Berg points out that the primary nutrient that truly promotes collagen production is copper , not vitamin C as many people assume .

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What kind of collagen?

  • It accounts for approximately 35% of the body's protein.
  • Responsible for connecting tissues including skin, bones, muscles, ligaments, eyes, teeth, fascia
  • Supporting body structure, elasticity and stability

Copper: The core catalyst for collagen production

  • It helps synthesize collagen and elastin .
  • Maintaining organizational integrity
  • A lack of copper can lead to:
    • Excessive lumbar flexion ( swayback )
    • loose skin
    • Joint weakness, muscle fatigue
    • Varicose veins
    • Increased risk of hernia

Other health benefits of copper

  • Supporting the immune system white blood cell function, red blood cell shape
  • Helps absorb iron Improves anemia
  • Regulating sweat glands Excessive sweating may be related to copper deficiency
  • Copper deficiency can lead to premature graying of hair, which is involved in melanin production .
  • Maintaining balance Dizziness when closing your eyes may be due to insufficient copper.
  • Helps eliminate fluoride Excessive fluoride can lower the body's copper levels.
  • Warm the limbs help transport iron to heme

High-copper food recommendations

  • liver
  • kidney
  • Oysters and shellfish
  • mushroom
  • Sesame

Common causes of copper deficiency

  • Insufficient soil minerals Low copper content in food
  • Poor absorption after gastric bypass surgery
  • Excessive intake of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) affects the activity of copper enzymes .
  • Long-term high-dose zinc supplementation copper-zinc imbalance
  • High sugar intake (especially fructose)
  • Over-processed fibers (such as functional fibers) hinder the absorption of trace elements

Conclusion: Stop relying solely on collagen powder; understanding copper supplementation is key to true anti-aging and repair.

Hong Kong people value appearance, joint health, and anti-aging . Collagen isn't just about supplements; it's about the body synthesizing it itself . Starting today, a spoonful of sesame seeds, a piece of pan-fried beef liver, and a bowl of mushroom soup will lay a solid foundation for your health!

Don't be misled by the myth that "collagen = powder". Only by knowing how to supplement copper, how to balance, and how to repair can you achieve true health!

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YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KOjGbaUmko

YouTube Column: Dr. Berger in Chinese Health knowledge

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