Zinc
Lastly, Dr. Bing mentioned that consuming “too much” zinc can hinder the body’s ability to absorb copper. Zinc aids in wound healing, the synthesis of new cells and enzymes, and the digestion of food’s protein, fat, and carbohydrates.
The physician revealed: “Multivitamins, lozenges, and even some over-the-counter cold remedies contain it.”
“Now, zinc is crucial for our bodies and can be found in multiple food sources. But the problem is when people take supplements daily for months, they can easily go over the safe limit.
“Copper is essential for your nervous system. And low copper levels can lead something called myeloneuropathy, which is damage to the spinal cord and your peripheral nerves, leading to things like numbness, tingling and trouble walking.
“And I’ve seen several cases of this where people come in with progressive weakness and sensory loss due to copper deficiency from long-term zinc overuse.”
