Antimicrobial copper water bottles & cups:
Copper is known to be oligodynamic in nature (the sterilizing effect of metals on bacteria). It has been suggested that it is especially effective against E.coli and S.aureus, two bacteria that are commonly found in our environment, which are known to cause severe illnesses in the human body. It has also been indicated to kill the MRSA virus (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) on contact.
“The New England Journal of Medicine” published an article indicating that copper surfaces destroyed the SARS-CoV-2 virus within 4 hours, versus 2-3 days on stainless steel and plastic. This is of course no substitute for social distancing and proper hygiene and sterilization practices. We don’t suggest you drink from any vessel in which there is even the remotest possibility of contamination without first disinfecting. Most nonporous drinking vessels will be safe for use after proper sterilization, no matter the material it’s made from. Still, antimicrobial copper water bottles & cups that offer better natural and inherent protection against dangerous microbes over stainless steel, plastic, or other materials is in our opinion, the better choice; whether it is obtained from Lydia’s or other sources.
Apart from the well-documented studies on copper’s antimicrobial properties, other reports have indicated that the following may also be true:
Copper has been shown to cleanse and detox your stomach to ensure proper elimination of waste and harmful products. It also regulates liver and kidney function and ensures the absorption of nutrients from food.
Copper promotes the breakdown and elimination of fat cells.
Copper helps regulate blood pressure and heart rate as well as lowers bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Copper is the main component in the production of melanin that defines the color of your eyes, hair, and skin. Melanin also helps keep the skin safe from sun damage. speeds up wound healing and covers up scars.
Copper aids the body’s absorption of iron, which plays a key role in fighting anemia.
Copper also helps in the production of new and healthy skin cells that replace old dying ones.
Copper has very strong antioxidant properties that help fight off free radicals and negate their ill effects – one of the main reasons for the development of cancer.
Copper is known to have brain stimulant and anti-convulsive properties.
Copper regulates the functioning of the thyroid gland.
Copper has bone and immune system strengthening properties, helping to mitigate arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Lydia’s antimicrobial copper water bottles & cups are made with sustainable and fair trade practices. Starting life in traditional Indian artisan shops according to Ayurvedic philosophy, and finished in Oregon. Please only put fresh water in our copper drink ware.
Being a handmade, artisan item, Lydia’s antimicrobial copper water bottles and cups have some variances that make each one a unique piece of functional art.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services article on COVID-19 stability on various surfaces.
