Ep. 136: Minerals Decoded (Part 6): This One Mineral Imbalance Could Be Making Your PMS Worse

In this episode of our Minerals Decoded series, we're diving into part 6 to discuss the incredibly complex and often misunderstood topic of copper dysregulation. If you've ever struggled with your energy levels, had skin issues, brain and neurological problems, or menstrual challenges like PMS and PMDD, this episode might give you some clues into why these issues could be popping up for you.

Copper is an essential mineral that plays a critical role in our bodies, aiding in energy production, building collagen, and regulating the immune system. But here's the catch — sometimes copper doesn't behave the way it should. Instead of being utilized properly, it can get stuck and builds up in areas like the liver and brain, leading to what we call copper dysregulation or toxicity. From hormonal birth control and dietary choices to environmental exposures like drinking water from copper pipes or swimming in chlorinated pools, a lot of things can mess with your copper levels.

In this episode, I break down how we can safely bring copper back into harmony with the rest of our mineral levels and explore the symptoms of copper imbalance including chronic fatigue, anxiety, depression, and even skin issues like acne and rashes. We’ll also cover the tight relationship between copper and estrogen, which could potentially explain why hormonal birth control and even copper IUDs could play a role in some women’s unexplained symptoms.

If you suspect you have a copper imbalance, check out our website to get your Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) and to download my free Morning Mineral Mocktail Guide. This guide is perfect for nourishing your adrenals and getting started on balancing your minerals which makes such a big difference when it comes to copper balance. If you found this episode helpful, please share it with friends and rate us so we can reach more people on their health journeys. See you next time!

Disclaimer: This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to educate you about how to take care of your body and as a self-help tool for your own use so that you can reach your own health goals. It is not intended to treat or cure any specific illness and is not to replace the guidance provided by your own medical practitioner. If you are under the care of a healthcare professional or currently use prescription medications, you should discuss any dietary changes or potential dietary supplement use with your doctor, and should not discontinue any prescription medications without first consulting your doctor. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. If you suspect you have a medical problem, we urge you to take appropriate action by seeking medical attention.

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