Page 239 - The Miracle in the Cell Membrane

Harun Yahya (Adnan Oktar)

speed, as in the triggering of muscle contraction, transmission
of nerve impulses across the synapse, triggering hormone
release, the changes following fertilization, etc. As Williams
points out in his review, "Amongst the metal ions available to
biology, only calcium can be high in concentration, can diffuse
rapidly, can bind and dissociate strongly." Of particular rele-
vance to its role as the "mercury of the cell" is the fact that the
chemical characteristics of the calcium ion are perfectly fit for
specific association with proteins . . . and, second, because of
the particular affinity of calcium ions for oxygen atoms, which
are readily provided by the amino acids of proteins. . . .
Proteins in their molecular irregularity and in their posses-
sion of readily accessible oxygen atoms provide an ideal molec-
ular matrix for the design of calcium binding sites. 76

Copper
This metal protects the body, prevents aging, and
also has great importance in treatment processes con-
cerning tissue renewal and skin repair. It also has effects
in bone formation, hair and skin color, and the formation
of hemoglobin and red blood cells (erythrocytes). Most of
the copper in the body attaches to proteins,
and plays a role in antioxidant effects,
energy production and tissue renewal.
But a high intake of copper reduces zinc
absorption, and a high intake of zinc
reduces copper absorption. Therefore, a
delicate equilibrium exists between
these two metals.

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