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How to Drink Copper Water and Benefit from it

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If you want to really hydrate your body from within, drinking sufficient amount of water is not the only thing that matters. The time at which you drink it also makes a huge difference to your body as well. To get the best from your hydration therapy, try to avoid drinking water while having your meal. Instead, try drinking water either 30 minutes prior to having a meal or 2 hours post meal. This is crucial because drinking water at these points may extinguish the digestive fire or “agni” which is very important for the proper functioning and digestion of the food in the stomach. Drinking water 30 minutes before a meal ensures that the food gets digested properly and reduces the chances of stomach related discomforts such as stomach ache and bloating which people experience normally after having a meal.  It is the same for when you are having a meal. If possible one should avoid drinking water during a meal. But if you really want to, especially when you are having salty...

Top 10 Foods Rich in Copper

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Copper is a trace mineral which is required for the proper functioning of the body. Though the trace mineral is required in a very small quantity, it plays a crucial role in maintaining good health. It helps in boosting immunity, prevents early signs of aging and promotes bone health. The human body is solely dependent on the dietary sources to fulfill its copper requirement. Thus, it is important to add plenty of nuts and vegetable and other copper-rich food items in your diet. Copper is found in each and every cell of the body. In order to produce red blood cells, iron needs to be combined with copper. The body absorbs copper from the food you consume and only a little amount of the same is required. If you develop copper deficiency which is very rare, you may get anemia, thyroid problems, irregular heartbeat, loss of pigment in the skin and other health issues as well. Why do you need copper? Apart from being a crucial element for the production of red blood cells, coppe...

The Relationship between Copper and Ayurveda

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For centuries, Ayurveda has maintained a healthy relationship with copper. It is one of the most crucial metals available for the constitutions of humans as per Ayurveda. Not only that, Ayurveda also supports the use of copper utensils for storing drinking water, trace mineral supplementation and use of copper yantras for focusing intentions. For thousands of years, copper has been a part of the human history. It has been in existence for way longer when compared to other metals. Historical evidence proves that copper was surely the first metal to be used by ancient people about 8000 years ago. The roots of Ayurveda also dates back to thousands of years and the applications of Ayurveda such as storing potable water in pure copper utensils , which is an example of preventive natural health practices. it might also be the very first example of supplementing the human diet with trace minerals.  Copper is a naturally sterile metal Copper, along with a few other metals, have ...

Copper For Hair Care

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Copper peptides are naturally occurring copper complex consisting of 3 amino acids and occur naturally in body tissues. A lack of these may result in degenerative diseases. For instance, copper peptides are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and thus the absence of these peptides may result in inflammation and fasten the aging process. Along with that they also play an important role in promoting healthy hair growth as well as skin cells formation. Improved hair and scalp health Copper peptides help enhance the overall health of the scalp and hair as a whole, thus improving the quality of the hair follicles. It minimizes the production of Dihydrotestosterone which is the culprit behind severe hair loss. Along with that, copper peptides also help with reducing the itchiness and flakiness of the scalp which often leads to dandruff as well as other scalp related conditions. Hair follicle size is increased Another great reason for using copper peptides to improve hair growth ...

Interesting Facts About Copper which may Surprise You

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Copper is a mineral which is crucial to our day-to-day lives. From our house to our diet, copper is everywhere. But why is copper so essential? Well, there are a number of reasons. Copper is an excellent industrial metal with amazing properties such as high ductility, malleability and corrosion resistant. It is also a great conductor of heat and electricity and is used for making electric wires. Other than these, there are some interesting facts about copper which may surprise you.   Copper is among the few metals which are used in its original form. It is also one of the first metals to be used by the humans and thus is considered as the “man’s oldest metal’. The first usage of copper dates back to more 10,000 years and the oldest copper item to be discovered during an excavation is a copper pendant unearthed from an area which is now a part of northern Iraq.  Ever since the discovery of copper, it has been used for the construction of various structures for example, t...

Why is Copper Water Perfect for Storing Water?

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Copper utensils can be the new hip thing in the market for storing and carrying water. The reason why it is so popular is because: It is definitely a healthier option because copper naturally alkalizes the water. Small particles of copper leach into the water making it copper charged. Copper is essential for the proper functioning of the human body and is required in small quantity. It is a natural self-sterilizer. Copper is proved to have a fatal affect on common bacteria which are found in drinking water. Unlike iron, copper oxidizes differently. When iron oxidizes it results in the formation of rust which is a reddish brown substance, which deteriorates the quality of the metal. But in case of copper, as it age, it starts developing a patina which is green in color. This patina in no way affects the strength and quality of copper which means copper utensils last much longer without getting their quality compromised.  Copper the giver Copper is a trace mineral wh...

When You Need not Use Copper Utensils

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Some food items naturally react with copper as well as some other metals. You should not store any pickled items inside copper containers as it will react with the metal. Milk is also dangerous for storing inside copper containers are dairy items such as cream, butter, etc. these will react with the metal and may lead to copper poisoning. Citrus fruits such as lemon, lime, and orange are also not suggested to be stored in copper. Yogurt should also be avoided to be stored in copper as its acidic nature may react with the metal. It is not really suggested to store and eat these food items from copper vessels. The drawbacks of copper ingestion Gastrointestinal problems are a result of excess copper ingestion. The symptoms of stomach flu are similar to those of excess copper ingestion and include diarrhea, vomiting and cramp-like stomachaches. You may also have a metallic taste in your mouth and feel weak and lethargic. The symptoms will eventually go away if it is diagnosed c...