The Truth About Copper, Zinc, and Your Liver | Interview with Dr. Robert Selig and Elwin Robinson
Dr. Robert Selig and Elwin Robinson discuss copper toxicity, zinc deficiency, and mineral balancing on the Rejuvenate Podcast. Learn how Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis reveals the root causes of chronic health issues like fatigue, brain fog, and hormonal imbalance.
I recently joined Elwin Robinson on the Rejuvenate Podcast to discuss one of the most misunderstood topics in functional medicine: the relationship between copper, zinc, and the liver.
Most people have been told that copper is either good or bad, but the reality is far more nuanced. You can be copper toxic and copper deficient at the same time—copper may be accumulating in some tissues while being unavailable in others.
This conversation explores the middle path between extreme views and offers a practical framework for understanding your own mineral status.
Key Topics We Covered:
Copper dysregulation – Why copper is essential but must be tightly regulated, and how dysregulation can mean both deficiency and excess
Ceruloplasmin – The critical role of this copper-binding protein in keeping copper from becoming toxic
Zinc is not the enemy – How the zinc-copper balance affects everything from energy to brain function
Liver health – How the liver governs mineral metabolism and why coffee enemas can be a powerful tool for liver support
Hair tissue mineral analysis – The importance of combining HTMA with blood and urine testing for a complete picture
If you have been confused about copper and zinc, or if you have been told to avoid one or the other, this conversation will give you a clearer framework for understanding your own mineral status.
About Elwin Robinson
Elwin Robinson is the founder of Advanced Health Genetics and Hormetics.Health, and the author of the Rejuvenate Blueprint Book Series. He is dedicated to uncovering the real root causes of premature aging and helping people feel younger and healthier again.
Connect with Elwin:
Website: elwinrobinson.com
Instagram/Facebook: @therealelwin
X/YouTube/LinkedIn/TikTok: @elwinrobinson
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If you are curious about how mineral balancing could support your health, I invite you to schedule a free consultation to learn more about our customized plans and how we use Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis to identify underlying imbalances.
Yours In Health,
Dr. Robert Selig
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