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Signs of copper deficiency

Lack of copper may contribute to high levels of the “bad” LDL cholesterol and low levels of the “good” HDL cholesterol and is regarded as a contributor to heart and circulatory problems.

Failure of babies to thrive and grow, fatigue, iron deficiency anaemia, and changes in hair and skin colour.

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