Specialty: Hematology. Hematologists specialize in diseases of the blood, spleen and lymph glands, treating such conditions as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia and lymphoma.
Copper in diet. Copper is an essential trace mineral present in all body tissues. Copper works with iron to help the body form red blood cells. It also helps keep the blood vessels, nerves, immune system, and bones healthy. Copper also aids in iron absorption. Oysters and other shellfish, whole grains, beans, nuts, potatoes, and organ meats (kidneys, liver) are good sources of copper.
Copper is an essential trace mineral. In the human body, copper helps to build healthy blood. Phenethylamine (PEA) is found in abundance in cacao, and plays a role in increasing focus and alertness. PEA is heat sensitive, so much of the PEA in conventionally-processed chocolate is missing.