Why Copper Was Used by Our

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Copper can destroy undesirable virus and bacteria. It is interesting that

Ayurveda knew this, when bacteria were unknown to science. Ayurveda
recommends storing water in copper vessels. Ancient Egyptians used copper
vessels to keep water fresh.
Even today, management of Siva temple at Rameswaram uses large sized
Copper vessels to store water brought from river Ganges to offer to lord
Siva. Water, stored thus, stays fresh for years together. According to
scientists, copper vessel can be the answer to kill the `E-Coli bacteria which
causes food poisoning.
British scientists are carrying out research on copper and concluded that
copper ions kill these harmful bacteria, a capability not found in any other
metals including gold. It is interesting to see that a research group from
Southampton University found that Coli 157 bacteria can live happily in
stainless steel vessels for months together, while copper vessel at room
temperature can kill them in just four hours. At 20 deg centigrade, in the

stainless steel vessel, those bacteria live for 34 days, while in brass vessel
they live for 4 days.
Thus if one uses copper vessels for storing water in factories, shops,
hospitals, restaurants, we can get rid of the risk of these food poisoning
bacteria. Though stainless steel is much used for its shine and cleanliness,
the copper is more useful material for vessels.

Chemical Secrets of Copper Water: Immunity and

Fertility
The advantages of drinking copper water was pointed out by Andrew Saul,
Contributing Editor for the Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine, while
speaking on fertility, conception and family planning. In his own words, If
you want to conceive, try having the man take mega doses of vitamin C for
a few weeks prior. At least 6,000 milligrams a day, and as much as 20,000
mg/day guarantees very high sperm production. Divide the dose throughout
the day for maximum effect. And that effect is what, exactly? More sperm,
stronger sperm, and better swimming sperm all occurred, at even lower
daily C doses, in a University of Texas.
Copper must be balanced with zinc and a high doses of zinc can produce a
copper deficiency, and sometimes a copper deficiency anemia which can be
easily corrected. Many older American houses still have copper water pipes
in their homes. Drink a glass or two of cold water first out of the tap every
morning and youll get copper. Consuming more raisins and other copperhigh foods is an excellent way of getting a natural dose. You can also take a
multiple vitamin tablet that has copper in it. Or you can can simply buy a
copper metal cup, fill it with cold water at bedtime, and drink it first thing
the next morning, just like the ancient Indians did in the past. It is also seen
that copper water becomes sharp and gets readily absorbed by our body,
reaches cells in about 45 minutes. Hence, it is generally recommended that
after Ushapan (drinking water in morning), one should give a gap of 45

minutes before consuming tea or coffee. Copper water is also recommended

to people suffering from vitiligo, where it helps formation of melanin.
However, just like anything else, excess of copper in the human body can be
detrimental to health as well. Pregnant and lactating mothers should limit
their consumption of copper and an adult should not take a dose of more
than 10mg daily if consuming in a tablet form.
After starting on copper water, many do not need cold water to satisfy the
thirst. With yoga, pranayama and other breathing techniques, senses
become so sharp that taste and quality of water can be sensed adequately.
Though copper water is slightly ionic, it does not cause gastric acidity to
increase. On the other hand, due to increased Agni and digestion, acidity
reduces.
Ancient Indians used to throw copper coins in rivers, lakes, ponds and wells.
Todays generation, without thinking of the meaning behind this act, are
ignorantly throwing nickel, aluminium coins into rivers, which is of no use
and in fact detrimental to the environment.

The idea behind throwing coins into water is not about the blind faith of river
worship but to kill the harmful bacteria in water with copper (copper coins

were used in ancient past) and this purified water would be useful for fish
and other living beings within the water and the humans and animals
drinking it would remain healthy.
Some countries like USA still use copper to make pennies which can also be
thoroughly cleaned first and dipped in a vessel overnight to purify water
naturally.

Copper used in Yantras and Bracelets

Ancient seers in India have recognized that copper conducts heat and
energy. So, they made yantras on thin copper plates with mysterious
geometrical patterns. Before copper, palm leaves were used but later it was
discovered that Copper is efficient conductor and lasts much longer. Since
more than 2000 years, copper usage has become an integral part of Indian
lifestyle.

Also according to Mantra Sastra, Mars (Mangal/Kuja) controls this science of

mantras, yantras etc and the metal related to this planet is Copper. If
someone suffers from excess heat in body due to mars in their horoscope, it
is advised to wear a copper bangle/bracelet on active hands wrist. This
helps them balance the body temperature as they start sweating during the
day and green color layer, similar to copper-carbonate or verdigris
(washable) forms on the skin where copper bracelet touches it. They should
also drink copper vessel stores water everyday.

Other Major Health Benefits of using Water stored in

Copper vessels
Copper is known for its property of synthesizing phospholipids which help in
formation of nerve coating (myelin). This prevents from seizures to occur
and acts as Brain Stimulant.
Copper is a known anti-oxidant and anti-carcinogenic agent which helps in
slowing down the ageing process by preventing cell damage. It is also used
in treatment of cancer these days.
Positively charged water regulates the Thyroid Gland functioning.
Copper water (ionic electrolyte) helps maintain balance of acid-alkaline (pH
balance) in body. This also helps regulate Body Fat.
Copper helps production of Melanin in body. This prevents white patches
(Leucoderma/ Vitiligo), sun burns, premature graying of hair, freckles etc.
Ayurveda suggests usage of copper water to prevent and cure arthritis
Internal woulds, ulcers, piles, skin diseases, respiratory disorders,
rheumatism can be cured with copper water.

Why not start with replacing those stainless steel utensils you have in the
kitchen today and replace them with copper ones instead and see the
difference for yourself?

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8 comments on "Why Copper Was Used by Our Ancestors"

arvind says:

1.

June 2, 2015 at 12:02 am

Should we store boiled water or ordinary water in copper vessel for drinking
purposes?

2.

linda says:

June 2, 2015 at 12:03 am

I know this is true, but How was the medicinal properties, the microbiology
of copper discovered, understood in the old ages?

3.

shilpa says:

June 2, 2015 at 12:04 am

why dont we have copper water bottles insteadof plastic?????

4.

Subbarayulu.k says:

June 2, 2015 at 12:04 am

TRUE ARTICLE

5.

vijay says:

June 2, 2015 at 12:04 am

very good, thanks to our ansisters

6.

Gosain m s says:

July 18, 2015 at 3:53 pm

This article has firmed my faith in use of copper vessel for making drinking
water germs free.

7.

Dr Srinivas D says:

August 10, 2015 at 12:12 pm

Material Scientists confirm many such useful applications of Copper.

Very useful information.

Navjit says:

8.

September 1, 2015 at 9:54 am

Please give some info How to know the purity of copper utensils?

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