The Quantum Based Podcast - With Dr Sara Pugh #13 - The Truth About Iron, Copper & Vitamin A Toxicity With Expert Morley Robbins Part 1
May 30, 2025
Morley Robbins, an expert in mineral dynamics and author of 'Cure Your Fatigue', chats about the crucial roles of magnesium, copper, and iron in health. He reveals how vitamin A was unfairly vilified and links copper deficiency to chronic conditions like heart disease and fatigue. The discussion dives into the delicate balance between these minerals, debunking myths about dietary requirements. Robbins advocates for a holistic approach to health that addresses nutrient deficiencies and challenges outdated perceptions, making for a fascinating listen!
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Morley Robbins' Health Journey
- Morley Robbins shares his journey from aspiring doctor to hospital administrator and then health researcher due to personal health challenges.
- A chiropractor's healing of his frozen shoulder launched his quest to understand the body's "innate healer."
Copper's Vital Biological Roles
- Copper is essential for energy production and clearing oxidative stress exhaust in mitochondria.
- Copper-dependent enzymes activate thousands of signaling peptides, essential for hormone and metabolic function.
Copper Deficiency Raises Cholesterol
- Lack of copper causes cholesterol to rise, not cholesterol itself causing heart disease.
- The low-fat, cholesterol-fear campaign was a misdirection to reduce vitamin A intake, which accompanies cholesterol.
