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5 Amazing Health Benefits of Drinking Water out of a Copper Vessel

1/23/2015

69 Comments

 

Why Copper?

  1. Scientific studies have shown that copper removes bacteria and impurities from water due to what is called the ‘oligodynamic’ effect- the antimicrobial properties of certain metals.
  2. Copper is an essential trace mineral that our body requires for metabolic functioning
  3. Since the human body cannot synthesize copper, we need to obtain it from dietary sources. Foods such as nuts, legumes, leafy greens and seafood can be great sources of copper. However, they only provide small amounts of copper, leading us to find the balance from other sources like drinking copper infused water.
  4. Copper helps neutralize toxins, ionize and balance the pH in water making the water fit for consumption. 
  5. Other benefits include: reducing inflammation, improving digestion and boosting immunity

Facts borrowed with permission from Vasanti Health
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Photo Courtesy of Vasanti

How Do I Get Started?

  1. Buy a copper vessel from Vasanti ( They are the most, pure, most beautiful, and the company donates to charitable organizations.) https://www.vasantihealth.com/products
  2. Clean your vessel using a half of a lemon. I like to squeeze the juice out and then use the rind like a sponge to gently scrub the vessel. Rinse well. (I clean mine every 2 days or so) It is like a meditation practice in and of itself.
  3. Store your vessel on your altar or other clean sacred place in your house. Fill it with fresh filtered water every evening and let the copper infuse into the water as you sleep. If there is a full moon, place the vessel under the moonlight. The water will become ultra charged with cooling and nourishing moon qualities. 
  4. Sip this water throughout the day.  Personally I like to start my day off with a cup of hot lemon water in a separate mug, and use the copper water as my room temperature special drinking water. 

A little back story...
When I started studying Ayurveda, my teachers had me purchase a copper vessel to use for drinking water. At first I was nervous that my water would taste funny, like the way pennies smell. But I gave it a shot anyways, not fully understanding how or why, I just trusted that it was somehow more magical and sacred than drinking out of an old mug, so I gave it a shot. 

To my surprise, it didn't taste like pennies. To be honest, it only lasted about a week, and then the novelty wore off and I got too busy and just forgot about it.

Then a few months ago, I received an email from a beautiful stranger named Mantreh Atashband. She had been following my blog for sometime and noticed that I never mentioned the medicinal value of using copper vessels for drinking water. She offered to send me one of the beautiful copper tamba cups that she sells on her charitable website, VasantiHealth.com. 
When the package arrived, I was blown away by the sweetness and care that went into the packaging. There was even a handwritten note from Mantreh herself! The tamba was so bright and shiny, it was not like the old dingy one I purchased at the Indian store. It was bold and beautiful and had amazing energy. Once I started using the Tamba I noticed that my water started tasting fresher, and full of life. 

I have been using the cup on a regular basis for over a month now, and can honestly say that I am hooked. It is such a special practice, and a wonderful way to increase mindfulness and show your self a little extra love. 

Cheers to your health! 
With love,
Brittany
69 Comments
Shanti
1/23/2015 02:13:13 pm

Hi, I wonder if water from the copper vessel may be boiled to make a cup of tea?
I live in the North where is very cold and so I avoid drinking room temperature water, it discomforts me..
thansks!

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Jeff Copper link
7/15/2015 06:48:59 am

Just be careful if you serve hot drinks in copper vessels as it's is a great conductor and the cup and handle (if made of copper) will also get very hot

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Tara D
1/24/2015 02:30:36 am

I don't think you can put boiled water in the vessels. Lots of heat and copper don't mix well. Room temperature is what's usually used. I live in a cold place too and I wrap my cup in a towel when its on the counter so the water and cup stay warm.

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Grayson
1/24/2015 11:13:23 pm

i purchased mine from India but cleaned them really well. I love the uniqueness of each cup and pitcher. Handcrafted is very special to me.

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Bailey link
1/26/2015 01:30:39 am

LOVE this! Will definitely give the copper vessel a try :)

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Jack
2/10/2015 11:21:22 am

I was wondering if you could provide citations or links to the scientific studies that you refer to? Please.

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Raja Indian
6/9/2015 08:00:49 pm

J Health Popul Nutr. 2012 Mar; 30(1): 17–21.;
References & Citations

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Julia
2/12/2015 12:19:48 am

I picked one up in India years ago and am still using it. I just ordered a couple from Vasanti Health for my kids.
Jack, I did a quick search and found many articles. Here is one: http://nepjol.info/index.php/NJST/article/view/2959/2580

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Jack
2/17/2015 02:13:48 am

Thank you Julia. It was a good read. Keep in mind the publication found that 48 hours was required to produce optimal results.

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Julia
2/24/2015 05:48:35 am

True Jack. But that was water in some polluted areas. Our regular tap water would need less sitting time.

Ayurveda link
2/19/2015 09:51:17 pm

It was ancient technique used in India to live healthy life from day to day activity.

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Jack
2/25/2015 12:53:17 pm

Julia, you are probably correct, however the 48 hours is directly from the abstract you provided. Laboratory not a contaminated site.

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Julia
2/27/2015 12:57:25 am

Agreed Jack. My error for saying 'polluted'. I was over exaggerating. LOL.

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Karehealth link
4/6/2015 04:38:44 pm

Great read. Copper really is a very beneficial metal. Did you know that copper infused water can also help heal wounds inside the body, especially in the stomach? Copper also helps combat arthritis and inflamed joints, regulates the thyroid, beats anaemia and keeps skin healthy.

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Ayurveda link
5/28/2015 03:03:39 am

i never thought copper is useful like this, i believed that it is poison. i will try it, your back story is very interesting.

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sheeja Paulos link
8/11/2015 07:32:20 pm

I never thought that drinking water from a copper vessel would be that helpful. Thank you so much. This will help me a lot.

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Ayurveda in pashan pune link
8/17/2015 10:59:17 pm

It helps the digestive system perform better - Acidity, gas or simply the inability to digest certain foods is common and here is where copper comes to your rescue. Copper has properties that stimulate peristalsis, kill harmful bacteria and reduce inflammation within the stomach, making it a great remedy for ulcers, indigestion and infections.

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Pitta Ayurveda link
10/29/2015 09:22:27 pm

As I know, in Ayurveda, the drinking water that filled in a copper vessel is called ‘tamara jal’. For best practice, the water need to be stored in the vessel for a minimum of 8 hours before you can consume it.

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12/1/2015 11:03:43 pm

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12/17/2015 04:26:15 am

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2/26/2016 09:57:39 pm

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3/1/2016 04:18:01 am

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3/6/2016 06:06:30 am

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3/7/2016 04:45:32 am

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Rajesh Bhatia link
3/21/2016 05:48:36 am

True. According to Ayurveda, water stored in a copper vessel has the ability to balance all the three doshas in your body, (vata, kapha and pitta) and it does so by positively charging the water.

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Neha Rastogi link
4/2/2016 12:54:58 am

Woah! There are so many health benefits of copper for a human body I came to know today. Like the ogilodynamic effect, essential mineral for proper metabolism, toxin neutralization and immunity booster.

I would like to add some healthy living tips and habits to this discussion: http://www.mydietist.com/blog/healthy-living-tips-habits-facts-activities/

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Fiona
4/3/2016 01:45:02 pm

As already asked above but as yet no answer .... If we were to boil the water that had been in a copper vessel overnight, would it lose its health enhancing properties?

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5/4/2016 12:29:02 am

Yes that is really effective and improve your digestive system, acidity problems..
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5/10/2016 08:37:59 am

Really copper is very good for health, in India people used to put water in copper vessel for overnight and drink it in morning.

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5/10/2016 11:29:47 pm

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yanina
6/8/2016 06:29:03 pm

I have a question .. how much water can we drink a day from copper vessel .. my daughter 6 years old has vitiligo . I heard that is good for healthy skin
Please someone knows??

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Shayna
7/4/2016 10:14:46 am

Thank you so much for this article. I was searching online to find a copper vessel that was pure and safe. Because there are a lot out there. Thank you for the recommendation on who to purchase from.

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9/28/2016 02:16:07 am

Useful information said in an interesting and simple way ... so even non ayurveda experts can also follow your tips.

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Kristy B. Miller link
11/17/2016 11:05:45 pm

Hey Brittany
Your article is very informative. Thanks for sharing health benefits of copper.I will definitely start drinking water stored in copper vessel,and will keep all things in mind that you have shared.
Thank you

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Jane link
12/6/2016 08:08:18 am

Thanks Brittany for sharing something wonderful like this. I'm going to try this. That "How Do I Get Started?" is very helpful.

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Anushka Yadav link
2/8/2017 11:40:58 pm

A copper vessel seriously needs to be given a try

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Edith Hamrick link
2/15/2017 08:56:15 am

Where can I buy this copper vessel?

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Lisa
3/28/2017 01:00:31 pm

Hi I have just purchased a lined copper mug I think it's stainless steel. Do you think this will have the same health benefits?

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Baljit
8/4/2017 07:09:10 am

No. It has to be copper inside having contact with the water.

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Shamira
4/11/2017 09:14:24 am

Hi Brittany
I've stated storing water in a copper vessel to be had first thing in the morning. Can i warm this water? I like to have warm water in the morning.

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Chery Carlson link
5/16/2017 05:51:35 am

It's a great habit guys start going this and after few month you see the result.

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Joydeep link
6/9/2017 05:53:55 am

It is great to drink water in copper vessel, but would you really advice to keep hot water in a copper glass to drink. Scientifically it is also certified that drinking water in copper glasses and vessels are effective to kill bacteria. Keep your body hydrated by having right amount of water a day. Less water drinking can cause of dehydration.
But great informative post.

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Amita
8/4/2017 07:10:54 am

You can drink warm water in a copper cup but don't burn your hand since copper is heat conductive. Ayurvedic practice says room temperature water only.

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Katherine Dilworth link
8/26/2017 01:37:50 am

Your article is very informative. Thanks for sharing health benefits of copper.I will definitely start drinking water stored in copper vessel and also share this awesome information with my friends and family. Looking forward to more informative article. Best wishes and Regards.

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Ram link
10/28/2017 03:32:44 am



First of all thanks for this blog. Please share this kind of useful information to us.

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akshay link
3/30/2018 04:04:11 am

I am going to start drinking water in a copper vessel from this very moment.

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Riya Sharma link
8/1/2018 04:50:58 am

Hi, Your article is very informative and correct as per opinion, because I have been using copper utensils for the last 10 years.

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Riya Sharma link
10/10/2018 01:13:48 am

Very nice information about benefits of copper utensils. Thanks

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Riya Sharma link
10/30/2018 03:23:04 am

Thanks for sharing such a great information with us.I really enjoyed your article. Hope you will share some more about drinking in copper vassel.

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Eilidh Isobel link
3/27/2019 04:54:19 am

I guess people in the past knew what they were doing. They used copper vessels and utensils a lot. Ayurveda is scientific and it is not just about treatments but also a way of life.

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5/16/2019 05:58:03 am

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7/7/2019 11:00:34 pm

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12/14/2019 02:42:18 am

Thank you for the information regarding 5 Amazing Health Benefits of Drinking Water out of a Copper Vessel.

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7/5/2020 07:33:22 am

I am frequent visitor of your website as i love to read out the articles posted on your website.

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Nisha Agarwal link
11/23/2020 03:15:49 am

Of Course!! Usage of copper for intake of water and even food really helps for our body.. Actually it is an traditional fact to use copper vessels continuously to avoid any health disorders.. This article is really good, thanks for sharing!!! Make everything natural to have a peaceful living!!!

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Harley Reeves link
12/21/2020 09:12:54 am

Thank youu for writing this

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