Thu, Jun-26-08, 10:08
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Plan: Berstein's
Stats: 220/189/155
BF:
Progress: 48%
Location: S. Carolina US
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Except for one rare medical condition, copper in excess of what is needed by the body (5 - 10 mg per day) is eliminated. Acute poisoning with large amounts can occur, usually with severe diarrhea, even death. It is a critical micronutrient and I do believe that the zinc to copper ratio is important but I found most "interesting" a few quotes from the article you linked.
"Many people, including the author, felt they were becoming more spiritual on a vegetarian diet, when in fact it was just copper poisoning!"
"Homosexuality may be related to copper levels."
"Part of the appeal of cocaine, Ritalin and amphetamines may be their ability to help lower copper temporarily by stimulating the adrenals."
"Cadmium found in marijuana and cigarettes drives copper back into storage. These drugs may make one feel better by affecting the copper balance."
[Well crap I lost my post or most of it.] I can't directly refute these statements but they are way over the top IMHO... My sister in law is T1 diabetic and vegetarian. I think it makes it difficult for her but I suppose there are many successful diabetics that maintain a vegetarian lifestyle. She is vegetarian not because of religion or family - she just hates meat or the thought of eating it. I wish you well with your decision...
/smile
Last edited by Korban : Thu, Jun-26-08 at 10:14.
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