Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis

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What is HTMA?

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is a non-invasive test that measures the levels of essential minerals and toxic metals stored in your body. Unlike blood tests, which capture a moment-in-time snapshot, HTMA reflects long-term mineral patterns and imbalances—offering valuable insights into your overall health and wellness. 

Why Minerals Matter

Minerals are the building blocks for nearly every process in the body: energy production, hormone balance, detoxification, nerve function, and more. When minerals are out of balance, symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, sleep issues, mood changes, or digestive problems can appear. HTMA helps identify these imbalances so that you can take steps toward restoring balance and vitality.

Benefits of HTMA

• Detects mineral imbalances and toxic metal exposure
• Reveals patterns related to energy levels, stress response, thyroid and adrenal activity
• Provides a deeper understanding of metabolic type (fast or slow oxidizer)
• Offers guidance for personalized nutrition and lifestyle adjustments
• Serves as a roadmap for long-term wellness planning
  

How Samples Are Taken

The process is simple and non-invasive:

• A small sample of hair (about one teaspoon’s worth) is taken from the nape of the neck, as close to the scalp as possible.
• Both scalp and body hair can be used if necessary.
• The hair sample is sent to a CLIA-certified laboratory in Texas for analysis.

What the Results Tell Us

Your HTMA report provides:

• Mineral ratios (such as calcium/magnesium or sodium/potassium) that reflect adrenal, thyroid, and metabolic function
• Heavy metal exposure (e.g., aluminum, mercury, lead)
• Clues about blood sugar regulation, stress levels, and detox pathways
• A roadmap for rebalancing through diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes
  

Using HTMA for Wellness

With your results, we can create a customized plan to:

• Rebalance minerals naturally through food and supplementation
• Support energy production and stress resilience
• Improve sleep, mood, and mental clarity
• Enhance detoxification pathways
• Promote overall long-term wellness
  

The Process and Timeline

1. Order & Payment – Purchase your HTMA and schedule how you’d like your sample taken.
   1.  Option 1: Schedule an appointment at my North Shore office, where I will collect the hair sample for you. 
   2.  Option 2: Receive a kit by mail, collect your own sample at home, and send it back. 
2. Shipping – Samples are mailed to a CLIA-certified laboratory in Texas. Shipping typically takes about 1 week.
3. Lab Processing – The lab usually requires 1 additional week to process the results.
4. Results Delivery – Once I receive your lab report, I will send you your results along with recommendations to guide your wellness journey.
   
   

From start to finish, the process typically takes about 2–3 weeks.

 Disclaimer: Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is offered for educational and wellness purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. This test is a laboratory-developed test (LDT) performed by a CLIA-certified lab and has not been evaluated or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Results are best interpreted as part of your overall holistic health journey in partnership with a qualified healthcare provider.