Pure Encapsulations Copper (Glycinate) Review

Pure Encapsulations Copper (Glycinate) 60's is an essential mineral product presented as offering wide-ranging support. The page lists copper in glycinate form, with the product name Copper (glycinate) 60's, a SKU of CUG6 and a retail price of $13.00. The product is a capsule: the suggested use says to take 1 capsule, 1 to 2 times daily, with meals, and the page lists the product as suitable for ages 18 and up. The benefits and features section states that the product helps activate enzymes important to energy metabolism, assists in the formation of hemoglobin and red blood cells, and supports protein metabolism and phospholipid synthesis. The indications section lists cardiovascular and metabolic support. The science section explains that copper activates a number of enzymes important to energy metabolism and is the key mineral in lysyl oxidase, an enzyme which weaves together collagen and elastin. It also says copper assists in the formation of hemoglobin and red blood cells by facilitating iron absorption, and that it is involved in protein metabolism, the production of RNA, and the synthesis of phospholipids used in the formation of myelin sheaths. The page references four studies supporting these statements. The product is described as formulated with high-quality vegan ingredients backed by verifiable science. The page says Pure Encapsulations products are free from unnecessary additives and many common allergens, including wheat, soy, dairy, eggs, artificial colors and sweeteners, coatings and shellacs, GMOs, tree nuts, peanuts and sesame, unnecessary binders, fillers and preservatives, magnesium stearate, gluten, and trans fat or hydrogenated oils. The source section states that copper is sourced naturally from earthen ore, that glycine used for copper glycinate is synthetic, and that the hypoallergenic plant fiber is derived from pine cellulose. The free-from section lists gluten free, GMO free, vegan, and vegetarian. The warning advises pregnant or lactating people, anyone with a health condition, or anyone taking medication to consult a health professional before use. The storage instruction is to keep the product in a cool, dry place. The page also offers a downloadable product information sheet and mentions copper citrate as a form with enhanced bioavailability, which is sold as a separate product on the site. The page notes the item may be out of stock and lists alternative products, and customers must log in to add the item to cart. No star ratings or written customer reviews appear on this page.