Since the structure of hair remains unchanged, the minerals are fixed in the hair. The levels in hair are not subject to change once that portion of hair has grown, so the analysis accurately provides concentrations of minerals that have accumulated in the hair tissue over the hair growth period, approximately the last three months.

As a screening tool, hair, according to many researchers, is the tissue of choice for measuring toxic elements and many nutrients as well. Hair analysis is not considered a stand-alone diagnosis. It is recommended that hair analysis be used in conjunction with possible symptoms and other lab tests such as blood & urine when determining potential problems.

Hair analysis clearly shows individual deficiencies or excesses as well as the presence of toxic metals. There is a biological opposition that exists between certain nutrients. “Nutrient Ratios” highlight the interrelationships of the various nutrients. This is why ratios are important and are reported in your results. It is important for these ratios to be in the expected ranges so that one mineral excess or deficiency does not affect the metabolism of another.

As important as vitamins are they can do nothing for the body without proper mineral intake. Vitamins cannot function and are unable be assimilated without the aid of minerals.

Though the body can synthesise some vitamins, it cannot manufacture a single mineral.

WHAT IS A TISSUE MINERAL ANALYSIS?

Trace mineral analysis is a test which measures the mineral content of your hair. Mineral content of the hair reflects the mineral content of the body's tissues. If a mineral deficiency or excess exists in the hair, it usually indicates a mineral deficiency or excess within the body, or bio-unavailability.

EXAMPLES: If your hair reveals an elevated calcium level two or three times normal, then your calcium level within the body may be elevated also. If this is the case, a strong tendency exists for arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries die to calcium placques).

If your calcium level is low, then a tendency exists toward osteoporosis (demineralization of bone), increased tendency to bone fractures, dental caries, periodontal disease, muse cramps, etc.

Carious mineral imbalances, as revealed by hair analysis frequently lead to metabolic dysfuctions before any symptoms become manifest.

OTHER CONDITIONS WHICH MAY RESULT OR BE AGGRAVTED BY A MINERAL IMBALANCE ARE:

Hypoglycemia	Headaches	Hypertension
Depression	Arthritis	Hair Loss
Muscula-Skeletal Disorders	Anemia	Throid Disturbance
Cardiovascular Disease	Prostate Disorders	Skin Rashes
Digestive Disturbance	Diabetes	Allergies

WHY TEST FOR MINERALS?

Minerals are the “sparkplugs” of life. They are involved in almost all enzyme reactions within the body. Without enzyme activity, life ceases to exist. A trace mineral analysis is precentive as will as being useful as a screening tool.

WHO NEEDS A HAIR ANALYSIS?

Anyone who is found ill and no explanation can be found, or when the cause seems to be found but the theraphy is not wholly effective. Hair analysis opens up a whole new vist for the solving of your own particulaar problem by recognizing your biochemical individuality.

Even if you are not experiencing a severe problem, abnormal changes in body chemistry and nutritional deficiencies may result in early, subtle changes in the body such as:

White spots in fingernails-indicates a possible zinc deficiency.

Brittle hair and nails-calcium and copper imbalance.

Deep grooves across nails-calcium deficiency.

Stretch marks-zinc deficiency.

Lack of growth-zinc deficiency.

Mood swings-possible toxic metal accumulation such as lead, mercury, or cadmium. The above indicatots are early signs of metabolic disturbaces and may lead to serious problems if left unchecked.

COMMON CAUSES OF A MINERAL IMBALANCE

• Improper diet-such as excessive in take of refined carbohydrates and sugars, strict vegetarian diets or other exclusive diets.
• Taking vitamins and minerals which are not compatible with your current body chemistry.
• Medications.
• Birth control pills.
• Stress.
• Accumulation of toxic metals from the environment, job or hobby.
• Inheritance of mineral patterns from parents.
  
  
  

Since the structure of hair remains unchanged, the minerals are fixed in the hair. The levels in hair are not subject to change once that portion of hair has grown, so the analysis accurately provides concentrations of minerals that have accumulated in the hair tissue over the hair growth period, approximately the last three months.

As a screening tool, hair, according to many researchers, is the tissue of choice for measuring toxic elements and many nutrients as well. Hair analysis is not considered a stand-alone diagnosis. It is recommended that hair analysis be used in conjunction with possible symptoms and other lab tests such as blood & urine when determining potential problems.

Hair analysis clearly shows individual deficiencies or excesses as well as the presence of toxic metals. There is a biological opposition that exists between certain nutrients. “Nutrient Ratios” highlight the interrelationships of the various nutrients. This is why ratios are important and are reported in your results. It is important for these ratios to be in the expected ranges so that one mineral excess or deficiency does not affect the metabolism of another.

As important as vitamins are they can do nothing for the body without proper mineral intake. Vitamins cannot function and are unable be assimilated without the aid of minerals.

Though the body can synthesise some vitamins, it cannot manufacture a single mineral.

WHAT IS A TISSUE MINERAL ANALYSIS?

Trace mineral analysis is a test which measures the mineral content of your hair. Mineral content of the hair reflects the mineral content of the body's tissues. If a mineral deficiency or excess exists in the hair, it usually indicates a mineral deficiency or excess within the body, or bio-unavailability.

EXAMPLES: If your hair reveals an elevated calcium level two or three times normal, then your calcium level within the body may be elevated also. If this is the case, a strong tendency exists for arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries die to calcium placques).

If your calcium level is low, then a tendency exists toward osteoporosis (demineralization of bone), increased tendency to bone fractures, dental caries, periodontal disease, muse cramps, etc.

Carious mineral imbalances, as revealed by hair analysis frequently lead to metabolic dysfuctions before any symptoms become manifest.

OTHER CONDITIONS WHICH MAY RESULT OR BE AGGRAVTED BY A MINERAL IMBALANCE ARE:

Hypoglycemia	Headaches	Hypertension
Depression	Arthritis	Hair Loss
Muscula-Skeletal Disorders	Anemia	Throid Disturbance
Cardiovascular Disease	Prostate Disorders	Skin Rashes
Digestive Disturbance	Diabetes	Allergies

WHY TEST FOR MINERALS?

Minerals are the “sparkplugs” of life. They are involved in almost all enzyme reactions within the body. Without enzyme activity, life ceases to exist. A trace mineral analysis is precentive as will as being useful as a screening tool.

WHO NEEDS A HAIR ANALYSIS?

Anyone who is found ill and no explanation can be found, or when the cause seems to be found but the theraphy is not wholly effective. Hair analysis opens up a whole new vist for the solving of your own particulaar problem by recognizing your biochemical individuality.

Even if you are not experiencing a severe problem, abnormal changes in body chemistry and nutritional deficiencies may result in early, subtle changes in the body such as:

White spots in fingernails-indicates a possible zinc deficiency.

Brittle hair and nails-calcium and copper imbalance.

Deep grooves across nails-calcium deficiency.

Stretch marks-zinc deficiency.

Lack of growth-zinc deficiency.

Mood swings-possible toxic metal accumulation such as lead, mercury, or cadmium. The above indicatots are early signs of metabolic disturbaces and may lead to serious problems if left unchecked.

COMMON CAUSES OF A MINERAL IMBALANCE

• Improper diet-such as excessive in take of refined carbohydrates and sugars, strict vegetarian diets or other exclusive diets.
• Taking vitamins and minerals which are not compatible with your current body chemistry.
• Medications.
• Birth control pills.
• Stress.
• Accumulation of toxic metals from the environment, job or hobby.
• Inheritance of mineral patterns from parents.