Copper in diet

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Diet - copper

The Food and Nutrition Board at the Institute of Medicine recommends the following dietary intake for copper:

Infants

• 0 - 6 months: 200 micrograms per day (mcg/day)
• 7 - 12 months: 220 mcg/day

Children

• 1 - 3 years: 340 mcg/day
• 4 - 8 years: 440 mcg/day
• 9 - 13 years: 700 mcg/day

Adolescents and Adults

• Males and females age 14 – 18 years: 890 mcg/day
• Males and females age 19 and older: 900 mcg/day

The best way to get the daily requirement of essential vitamins is to eat a balanced diet that contains a variety of foods from the food guide pyramid.

Specific recommendations depend on age, gender, and other factors (such as pregnancy). Women who are pregnant or producing breast milk (lactating) need higher amounts. Ask your health care provider which amount is best for you.

Review Date: 03/07/2009
Reviewed By: Linda Vorvick, MD, Family Physician, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).

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