Copper was not included in the National Nutrition Survey II (2008). Regarding the intake of copper in the German population, data exist from the 2004 Nutrition Report of the German Nutrition Society (DGE).
These data on copper intake are based on estimates and only reflect the average intake. It is not possible to make statements about men and women with lower intakes below the mean value. However, this does not mean that there is no undersupply of copper in the German population.
Regarding the supply situation, it can be stated:
- On average, the intake recommendation for copper in the German population in all age groups is achieved by both men and women.
- Both men and women consume on average about 2 mg of copper per day.
- Pregnant women and nursing mothers have no additional requirement for copper. Accordingly, the intake recommendation for copper is also achieved by pregnant women and nursing mothers on average.
Since the intake recommendations of the DGE are based on the needs of healthy and normal-weight people, an individual additional requirement (eg due todiet, stimulant consumption, long-term medication, etc.) may be above the intake recommendations of the DGE.
