Learn the Benefits of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
Hair tissue mineral analysis (htma)
What is a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis?
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is a safe, non-invasive tool that delivers reliable data on over 35 essential minerals and toxic heavy metals, plus 25 key mineral ratios – information often missed by traditional blood and urine tests. Uncover hidden nutrient imbalances or toxic excesses that could be impacting your well-being.
HTMA does not diagnose but is used as a screening tool because imbalances can occur prior to symptoms and conditions.
Why Mineral Balancing is Important
Our modern world is awash with toxins. From the chemicals in our cosmetics and coffee cups, to the pollution we inhale during rush hour, the pesticides lingering on our produce, and even the stress hormones our bodies generate in response, it’s virtually impossible to escape exposure.
This constant toxic burden can manifest in a range of health concerns linked to heavy metal accumulation and compromised detoxification pathways. You might experience persistent fatigue, unexplained muscle aches, recurring infections, difficulty conceiving, nagging nausea, sensitivities to foods or chemicals, overwhelming exhaustion, chronic stress, low mood, hormonal disruptions, anemia, mineral deficiencies, thyroid dysfunction, or even cognitive and developmental issues.
Why Test for Minerals & Heavy Metals?
Minerals are the fundamental building blocks of health, fueling growth, repair, energy, and overall well-being. They form the structure of our bones and teeth, regulate bodily fluids and pH, enable nerve impulses and muscle function, and catalyze countless biochemical reactions. Essentially, they are the “spark plugs” that keep us running.
Mineral deficiencies and heavy metal toxicity can exacerbate or even underlie a wide array of health problems, from heart disease and high blood pressure to migraines, learning difficulties, and behavioral issues.
Therefore, assessing and maintaining our nutritional status through regular testing has become more crucial than ever before.
a simple and painless test
How is the Test Performed?
The process of HTMA is relatively simple and completely painless. A small sample of hair, usually about an inch long, is cut close to the scalp. This sample is then sent to a specialized laboratory that uses advanced technology to measure the levels of various minerals and heavy metals in the hair sample. The lab then generates a report of the types and quantities of minerals found in your hair.
What can HTMA Reveal?
- Mineral deficiencies: Identifying if you’re lacking in essential minerals.
- Mineral excesses: Determining if you have an overabundance of certain minerals.
- Toxic metal exposure: Assessing exposure to harmful heavy metals.
- Metabolic imbalances: Understanding how your body is metabolizing minerals.
