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Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) Testing

What is HTMA?

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is a functional lab test that measures the mineral content of your hair. Unlike blood or urine tests, which give only a momentary snapshot, HTMA reflects your body’s mineral storage and detoxification activity over the past 3–4 months. This provides a deeper look into long-term patterns of mineral balance, nutrient absorption, and toxin exposure.

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Why Test Minerals?

Minerals are the spark plugs of the body—essential for energy, hormone balance, detoxification, and nearly every metabolic process. They:

  • Act as cofactors for enzymes that drive vital chemical reactions.

  • Support energy production and cellular fuel.

  • Help transport and activate other nutrients inside your cells.

Without balanced minerals, your body struggles to function optimally.

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What Makes HTMA Unique?

  • Blood tests show minerals circulating in your bloodstream at the time of the test.

  • Urine tests reveal minerals your body is excreting.

  • Hair samples reflect what your body has actually stored and used, offering a blueprint of your internal chemistry and detox capacity.

HTMA provides a window into how your body is truly functioning at the cellular level.

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What Can HTMA Reveal?

HTMA helps identify patterns and imbalances that can explain stubborn symptoms such as fatigue, poor sleep, mood swings, digestive issues, hormonal concerns, and more. It can show:

  • Mineral imbalances and deficiencies affecting energy, stress, and hormones.

  • Heavy metal accumulations (lead, mercury, aluminum, cadmium) stored in the body.

  • Adrenal and thyroid health through key mineral ratios.

  • Stress impact—how physical, emotional, and environmental stress depletes nutrient reserves.

  • Detoxification efficiency, revealing how well your body clears toxins.

 

What Causes Mineral Imbalances?

  • Diet & lifestyle: processed foods, alcohol, fad diets, nutrient-poor intake.

  • Stress: depletes minerals and reduces absorption.

  • Medications: birth control, antacids, diuretics, aspirin, and others alter mineral levels.

  • Environmental toxins: cigarette smoke, hair dye, lead-based cosmetics, aluminum cookware, occupational exposures.

  • Improper supplementation: taking the wrong or biounavailable forms of nutrients.

  • Genetics: inherited predispositions to imbalances.

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Detoxification & Heavy Metals

Toxic metals can silently interfere with hormones, energy, and overall health. HTMA is one of the most effective tools for detecting hidden heavy metal accumulation and understanding your body’s detox capacity. From there, we create a gentle, personalized detox strategy that supports safe elimination while replenishing your body with the minerals it needs to function optimally.

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How HTMA Supports Your Healing Journey

At Rewellness Nutrition, HTMA is a cornerstone of our holistic approach. Your results serve as a roadmap, guiding us to create a plan that may include:

  • Targeted mineral supplementation tailored to your results.

  • Nutrition strategies that match your unique metabolic needs.

  • Herbal remedies and nutraceuticals for gentle support.

  • Lifestyle recommendations to reduce stress and optimize detoxification.

This is gentle rebalancing for the body—focusing on restoring mineral balance with precision, rather than guessing.

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Why HTMA is a Game Changer

  • No more guessing about which supplements to take.

  • No wasted money on products that don’t serve your body.

  • A clear, personalized strategy for restoring balance and supporting detox.

 

With HTMA, you gain clarity, direction, and confidence in your healing journey.

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