5. Risks and Consequences of Deficiency
People who take in excess zinc, are fed via feeding tubes, or have intestinal bypass surgery may not be able to absorb sufficient amounts of copper. Individuals receiving hemodialysis and malnourished infants have a higher risk of deficiency as well. Some experts believe that low copper intake is at least partially responsible for ischemic heart disease, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease.
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