Copper Conscious Eating
Copper conscious eating is all about balance. It is important to still eat healthy, nutrient-dense foods while moderating copper intake. If copper is restricted too much, you could be missing out on other important nutrients. Also, if copper is excessively restricted, the body could start to increase the amount of copper it absorbs from food more than it normally would.
A diet for Wilson disease (WD) needs an individualized approach since the severity of the disease and its effects on hepatic and neurological function may change throughout one’s life. For example, someone might need to be more mindful of copper intake when first diagnosed with WD but could be more lenient once the disease is managed with the help of medications and regular testing with a doctor.
The Copper Conscious Kitchen Guidebook: A Safe and Reliable Resource for the Wilson Disease Community
At the Wilson Disease Association (WDA), we’ve uncovered a troubling trend: many diet and nutrition books for patients living with Wilson disease—both print and digital—are circulating with incorrect and potentially dangerous information. Some of these books, including AI-generated ones sold on Amazon by fake authors and e-books shared on social media, contain misleading guidance on safe foods.
That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the creation of the Copper Conscious Kitchen cookbook. This trusted resource is being developed in collaboration with professional cookbook authors, registered dietitians from our Centers of Excellence, and Wilson disease patient representatives.
We need your support! If you have a tried-and-true copper-friendly recipe that you’ve personally created, we’d be honored to consider it for the cookbook. Please send your recipes to Carlya@wilsondisease.org. (Please note: submission does not guarantee inclusion in the final cookbook.)
Together, we can provide safe, accurate, and empowering nutrition guidance for those living with Wilson disease.
Download the recipe template here:
