Causes of Copper Deficiency in Infants
Copper deficiency in infants has been traced to too much consumption of cow milk instead of formula. This is because cow’s milk has a low copper content. So, it is most recommended that children below 1 year old should be breast fed and if not, fed manufactured formula. Cow milk is not ideal and does not have the required nutrients for a human infant.
Effect of Copper Deficiency
Copper is an essential nutrient needed in the body. Its deficiency can lead to certain health conditions such as:
- Bone fractures
- Anemia [7]
- Low body temperature
- Thyroid problems
- Loss of skin pigmentation
- Osteoporosis
Metabolic disease can affect the way the body absorbs minerals and vitamins.