What is Htma and how does it help?
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is a non-invasive functional lab test that measures the levels of essential minerals and toxic metals stored in your hair. Unlike traditional blood tests, which primarily assess nutrients outside the cell, HTMA is another piece of the puzzle, that offers a window into the long-term nutritional and toxic load of your body by looking at minerals stored inside the cells. This provides deeper insights into your mineral balance and overall health.
Minerals play a foundational role in our body, acting like spark plugs to ignite countless biochemical reactions. They’re involved in everything from hormone production and energy creation to digestion and detoxification. However, modern life takes a toll on our mineral reserves. Stress, soil depletion, medications, and even certain supplements can lead to mineral depletion and imbalances, making it harder for our bodies to function optimally. HTMA helps pinpoint these deficiencies and imbalances, allowing for a targeted approach to restoring wellness.
(An example of my personal HTMA results)
Why are minerals important?
Minerals are vital components of our health, quietly supporting critical bodily functions behind the scenes. Without them, our bodies simply cannot perform essential tasks like creating hormones, digesting food, detoxifying harmful substances, or generating energy. Imagine trying to start a car without a spark plug — that’s your body without sufficient minerals.
Unfortunately, our modern environment has made it harder than ever to maintain healthy mineral levels. The depletion of nutrients in our soil has reduced the mineral content in food. Chronic stress and medications further drain our reserves, leaving us vulnerable to fatigue, hormone imbalances, and other health issues.
By identifying and addressing not only deficiencies but also mineral imbalances, HTMA serves as a valuable tool for anyone looking to optimize their health. Whether you’re dealing with persistent fatigue, digestive issues, or aiming to achieve optimal health, understanding your mineral status is a critical first step.
If you are ready to take charge of your health with HTMA and give your body the essential building blocks it needs to thrive, apply to work with me here!
