Tips and Stories

Warm weather means more outdoor activity. We like to go out when it's nice. Kids do especially. Outdoor activity means more cuts, scrapes, blisters, and injuries. Cuts, scrapes, blisters, and injuries can mean more infections. Infections can spread and turn dangerous. They can cause tissue damage, possible serious illness, and...

The nice gentleman we wrote about recently has provided another account of his experiences. He had told us about catching a cold after being at the dentist's office and not using his CopperZap till that evening. Since getting his CopperZap four years earlier he had completely avoided colds, flu, and Covid, but...

Our friend Rosa and her husband took their three kids to Disneyland recently. They had a great time, but any vacation naturally can be a bit stressful – packing, travel, hotel, meals, tickets, and waiting in line. Stress often brings on cold sores. Cold sores can bring on more stress....

Linda M posted on social media that she is often "surrounded with coughing hacking school kids & ill patients in doctor's offices & hospitals." "Before the CopperZap, it was horrible!" she wrote. Now she says, "I use mine every time I get into a potentially compromised environment, such as a schoolroom,...

Deirdre B posted on social media: “For 13 months I have been absolutely miserable with a severe stuffy nose…the kind where nasal tissues were so inflamed no air at all could pass through. “I had purchased about 12 different products trying desperately to find what might clear up the congestion in...

A terrific lady has worked at CopperZap LLC for many years. We gave her a CopperZap® when she started.  She has used it successfully many times. She has two young children.  They sometimes get sick from germs they pick up at school.  Also, her partner does not always use his...

What is causing so many sinus problems? Allergies to pollen, dust, and pet dander can cause sinus blockage and allow bacteria and viruses to grow and cause sinus infections. Mold in the air, especially after wet weather, also can cause sinus trouble. Some people are even born with conditions that...

Joseph L used a CPAP for many years.  When he added a CopperZap to his health arsenal, he said, “It really helps me sleep at night because it clears my sinuses.” He went on to say, “When I used the CopperZap I get much better CPAP readings on how often I...

No illness for 4 years, then OOPS! A nice gentleman wrote, “My spouse and I have been using Copperzap for years. We literally haven’t had a cold or flu or covid in 4 years!” He said they use it every day if they have been around other people earlier that...

Surprise!  "I have used it for years, but now THIS?" wrote Jeanine. “I work in natural health and have close proximity to clients every day. This little piece of copper has been my go to for killing any potential virus exposure for years, even through the pandemic. “BUT, the other...

Donna Cunha said, "You can use my name anytime because I am a big believer in the copper Zap.”  She sent us this story: “Early Sunday morning I awoke to a horrible sore throat and very painful ears,” she said. She felt so bad she thought it must be the...

Germs killed our first President. When Presidents Day and George Washington’s Birthday roll around, let’s remember that George Washington was killed by the common cold virus! At 67 he was in good shape and still vigorous in retirement.  He liked to ride.  He didn’t let bad weather stop him. One rainy chilly day,...

Nature has given us many great gifts.  One of them is copper. I learned about the health aspects of this gift in 2012 when I stumbled across new research that proved pure copper kills germs, just by touch.  The research gave me another gift – the idea of using copper to...

Even if you don’t get cold sores, you probably know someone who does. What you may not know, is how much they suffer.  People who get cold sores hate them and need help. Cold sores, also called “fever blisters”, are blisters on lips.  They are embarrassing and unsightly. They come...

 Using a CopperZap is easy.  Knowing when to use it is not always so easy.  For example: A lady recently asked about returning her CopperZap.  We always accept returns, but we appreciate it if people are willing to tell us why.  She was very nice and willing to explain...

Five common mistakes people make with CopperZaps: Mistake 1:  Not having it with you when you need it. Keep it in a pocket or purse during the day.  Keep it by your bedside at night so you don’t have to decide whether to get up and spoil your sleep just...

Many people are double exposed to bad germs – at work and at home. Teachers, health care workers, day care workers, face-to-face sales and service people, law enforcement officers, and many others are exposed at work. They are double exposed If they also have small children at home. A nurse...

Flu jumps from person to person anywhere people gather together.  Same with colds, Covid, and RSV. Schools, day care, dorms, and nursing homes are places where these respiratory viruses infect lots of people.  From there, bad germs spread to parents, grandparents, visitors, and many others. These major respiratory illnesses spread...

A CopperZap on a tingly spot   Science says pure copper kills fever blister germs. CopperZaps are pure copper. Users say it stops every fever blister before it starts if they use it right away! When you feel that warning tingle in the lip, use your CopperZap immediately. Hold it right on the...

Use a CopperZap on the lip against cold sores.   Science says pure copper kills cold sore germs. CopperZaps are pure copper. Users say it stops every cold sore before it starts if they use it right away!  It's an amazing new discovery. When you feel that warning tingle in your lip, use...

Science has shown that pure copper kills flu viruses.  CopperZaps are pure copper. Flu starts after flu viruses get in your nose or throat from someone else.  Copper can stop flu viruses if you use it in time.  That means before you get sick. Tip:  After being around someone with...

Why do we tend to get sick in January? Winter weather makes us more susceptible to colds and flu. Kids and grandkids are back in school catching other kids’ holiday germs. People brought back bad germs from holiday travel. Cold weather keeps us indoors. Germs love the closeness!  Bad germs...

New Year’s Resolutions I will stay healthy so I can get more done and have more fun. I will read the Directions for the best ways to use a CopperZap. I will use it at the slightest warning sign of cold or flu about to start. I will use it...