The Good & Bad of Copper!
A Functional Approach to Chronic Scar Formation Keloid scars are not simply cosmetic concerns. They are a sign that the body’s wound-healing response has become dysregulated. Instead of repairing tissue and shutting down inflammation, the body continues producing collagen —…
Copper toxicity isn’t just a mineral imbalance—it’s a whole-body issue that affects your vascular system, digestion, skin, and circulatory health. High copper levels create oxidative stress and inflammation that weaken blood vessels from the inside out. This ripple effect can…
If you’ve never heard of molybdenum (say it “muh-LIB-duh-num”), you’re not alone — it’s one of those nutrients that rarely makes the headlines. But this quiet little mineral plays a surprisingly important role in how your body detoxes, processes nutrients,…
The Surprising Link Between Copper, Fungus, and Flaky Skin If you’ve been battling stubborn dandruff, athlete’s foot, or recurring yeast infections — you might not think minerals have anything to do with it. But your body’s balance of copper and…
What is Pyroluria (Pyrrole Disorder)? Pyroluria — sometimes called pyrrole disorder — is considered a “hidden” condition by many functional and integrative health practitioners. It happens when your body produces too much of a compound called HPL (hydroxyhemopyrrolin-2-one). This byproduct…
If you’ve heard of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), you probably know it’s a connective tissue disorder that can cause joint hypermobility, stretchy skin, and chronic pain. Living with EDS can feel like a puzzle—symptoms overlap, doctors don’t always have answers. One…
If you’ve ever dealt with mysterious allergy-like symptoms—stuffy nose, itchy skin, flushing after wine, or even random headaches—you might’ve stumbled across the word histamine in your health rabbit holes. Histamine is a natural chemical your body uses for digestion, immune…
Is Too Much Copper Messing with Your Blood Sugar?When people talk about insulin resistance or blood sugar problems, the usual culprits are poor diet, lack of exercise, or carrying extra weight. But there’s another piece to the puzzle that many…