Hair Mineral Analysis Review

Your Questions About Hair Mineral Analysis

Joy — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:55:29 +0000

Maria asks…

Coffe and magnesium deficiency.?

I’ve recently received results of my hair mineral analysis and it says I have decreased functionality of thyroid and adrenal glands due to very low level of Magnesium and Manganese in my body.

In the report it states, that this lack is because of stress influences and general bad diet. But I don’t have any stress in life, am eating well, don’t smoke and drink, no fast/frozen food etc.
I was a heavy coffee drinker though, for some time. I drank 1-2 ‘cups’ (half pint mugs) per day, about half a year ago. Now I drink about 1-2 mugs a week. I heard one day, coffee is one of the main ‘flusher’ of magnesium and calcium on body.
I try to balance my diet by eating loads of nuts, vegetables etc. but still it seems it’s not enough. Do I have to stop drinking coffee at all to get well? I have difficulties with sleeping (diagnosed type2 insomnia) and my bones are cracking. Calcium is also on a low level in my body. I drink milk, eat cheese, yogurts but it doesn’t help. Is it because of the coffee?

Joy answers:

There are some vegetables which are actually not recommended for people with thyroid problems. Turnips and cabbages are veggies you would like to avoid since they contain compounds which react with magnesium. Instead of the magnesium being used by the body, it is excreted as waste.

HMA is a practitioner only report, and it would not be right to comment on individual cases where I have not seen the full report, and where another practitioner is involved. I’m sure if you contact the practitioner who ordered the report for you, he/she will be happy to comment further.

Your Questions About Hair Mineral Analysis

Joy — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:47:48 +0000

Lizzie asks…

What is a hair mineral analysis?

What does “hair mineral analysis” mean? What is is about and what is it used for ?
don’t forget 10 points for the best answer!

Joy answers:

The test referred to on this site takes hair, dissolves it in strong acid, and measures the metal levels, and certain inter-relationships.

You can read more on my main Hair Mineral Analysis site, where you can also download an ebook that gives you much more information.

Nutritional Balancing and Hair Mineral Analysis

Joy — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:42:16 +0000

Nineteen chapters discuss the theory, testing procedure, interpretation and clinical use of hair mineral analysis. Chapters cover physical illnesses, mental and emotional conditions, glandular assessment, disease trends, energy assessment, toxic metals and carbohydrate tolerance.

Fully indexed and referenced, the book also includes 16 case histories, detoxification procedures and a mineral reference guide.

Adrenal concentrate

Joy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:32:24 +0000

When a Hair Analysis report is generated, it includes a recommended supplement program designed specifically for you, depending on what was found in your hair.

A client recently asked if the adrenal concentrate in the adrenal complex is freeze-dried from raw.

The answer is, yes it is.

Nutritional Balancing And Hair Mineral Analysis

Joy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:24:17 +0000

Nutritional balancing science is a new science of healing that helps to gently detoxify and restore the body and mind to its fullest potential. It is as effective for healing most mental and emotional disorders as it is for many physical ones. This method of healing can often remove ALL of the two dozen or so toxic metals and hundreds of toxic chemicals, and uses only natural substances and natural healing methods. It also removes deep-seated, latent and sub-clinical conditions. It is predictive, preventive, safe and cost-effective and is a whole systems and thoroughly holistic approach to health care.

Nutritional balancing is a synthesis and unique application of principles from many healing sciences, including nutritional sciences, naturopathy, Western medicine, cybernetics and systems theory, the stress theory of disease, homeopathy and chiropractic principles, and Oriental sciences such as macrobiotics.

The secret of nutritional balancing is the way in which several components are combined for each individual to balance and strengthen the body and mind. These include a diet for one s metabolic type, the proper drinking water, a healthful lifestyle, nutritional supplements used in a unique way, detoxification with infrared saunas and colon cleansing, and a specific meditation-observation exercise.

This newly revised and greatly expanded edition of Nutritional Balancing And Hair Mineral Analysis is divided into seven sections as follows:

I. Introduction and the New Healing Paradigm
II. The Theoretical Basis for Nutritional Balancing
III. Introduction To The Minerals
IV. Hair Mineral Analysis And Its Interpretation
V. Physical Health Conditions And Their Handling With Nutritional Balancing Science
VI. Mental And Emotional Health Conditions And Their Handling With Nutritional Balancing Science
VII. Therapeutics, And Practical and Procedural Aspects Of A Nutritional Balancing Practice.

In addition, the book has seven Appendices including a lengthy Mineral Reference Guide, glossary, and descriptions of many adjunctive healing procedures, recommended products, a lengthy set of references and complete index.

Hair Analysis – Could it Help You?

Joy — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 16:55:24 +0000

Hair Mineral Analysis – Could you benefit?

If you have a disease or illness that has not responded to conventional treatment, you may wish to explore other possibilities and hair analysis is an excellent place to start. As the name suggests, it is hair testing and is sometimes referred to as Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis.

If you are suffering from ‘unexplained’ health problems such as headaches, backaches, weakness or tremors, Hair Mineral Analysis (also known as HMA) may help you to get to the bottom of it. If you can answer ‘yes’ to five or more of these questions an HMA may provide information which, if acted upon, could benefit your health.

Do you live in a city, or exercise/walk by a busy road?
Do you spend more than two hours a week in traffic?
Do you smoke more than five cigarettes a day?
Do you live or work in a smoky atmosphere?
Do you buy foods exposed to exhaust fumes (i.e. on display at a road-side stall)?
Do you generally eat non-organic produce?
Do you drink more than 1 unit of alcohol per day?
Do you spend a lot of time in front of a TV or VDU?
Are you exposed to pollutants in your job (e.g. printing) or hobby (gardening)?
Do you have two or more amalgam dental fillings?
Do you usually drink unfiltered tap water?
Are you just feeling under par without knowing why?

How to take a hair sample for Hair Mineral Analysis

Joy — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 13:42:18 +0000

When taking a sample for hair mineral analysis it is best to wash the hair first, as it should be free of gels, oils and hair creams. Also this will remove any extraneous pollutants collected in the atmosphere.

Location of hair sample

The hair should be taken in small portions from at least 4 or 5 different locations of the scalp. The recommended areas for collection are the nape of the neck and temporal regions, towards the back.

Length of hair sample for testing

Using high grade stainless steel scissors, cut the hair as close to the scalp as possible. The sample length should not exceed 1.5 inches. Retain the 1.5 inches closest to the scalp and discard the excess.

Quantity of hair required for Hair Mineral Analysis

You need to send in at least 150mg of hair, or one heaped teaspoonful.

Sending the hair sample

Please keep the hair in a clean sealed envelope. There’s a very simple form to fill in too. You will either have this on the back of a sample envelope, or in the ebook. The address for posting is specified on either of those, but if you’re in any doubt about where to send it, check with me via the Contact Page.

Please DO NOT put your cheque in the same envelope as the hair – the envelope needs to go unopened to the lab.

Please DO NOT send by postal services that need signature, as I am often unable to be present to sign.

Your Questions About Science Behind Hair Loss

Joy — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:33:22 +0000

William asks…

What causes hair loss?

I understand one thing is genetics. My brother lost a significant amount of hair from the ages 19-23. I am 18 and now going through the same thing. I want to at least attempt to stop it before it gets worse. What is the science behind hair loss? Also, is there any natural way to prevent it?

Joy answers:

1.Check your diet. If you are not eating a balanced diet, your entire body will be affected, and your hair is a part of your body. Certain proteins, minerals, and oils are critical for normal hair health. The Hair Mineral Analysis test described on this site can check whether you have specific mineral deficiencies, or excesses of toxic minerals.

2.Check your stress levels. Anxiety and stress are common causes of hair loss. Some stress cannot be avoided, but you can take steps to reduce their affect on your body. One of these is regular exercise. As well, you need to develop relaxation techniques, such as breathing therapy, Yoga, or meditation. Whatever works for you, increase it!

3.Hair loss can be a symptom of a disease – Lupus and Diabetes are two common causes. When hair loss appears to have no other cause, you need to check with your doctor. Diabetes and Lupus are more dangerous than the hair loss they cause.

4.How about mom and dad? Hair loss, particularly pattern hair loss, is partially a result of heredity, and heredity from both sides. Unfortunately, this one can’t be reversed.

5.Fungal infections of the scalp can cause hair loss. Usually, you will see the signs of these on your scalp. Have them diagnosed and get them treated!

6.Harsh shampoos can cause increased hair loss. There is an ingredient in shampoo which causes it to lather – surfactant. Too much of this can cause itchy, dry, and scaly scalps, and those conditions can cause hair loss.

If you find that you are doing everything right and have no diseases or scalp conditions, you will want to try other remedies, which fall into three categories.

Medicines developed specifically for hair loss. There are a multitude of creams, pills, and ointments available to try. Everyone is different and what works for one will not necessarily work for you. You will need to experiment to find one that seems to work best for you.

Gadgets and gizmos! Some of these are very expensive and may even worsen/weaken your hair.

Natural, drug-free approaches – check out my natural approach to Hair Loss website.

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Does Hair Mineral Analysis Detect Thyroid Problems?

Joy — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:30:55 +0000

While Hair Mineral Analysis (HMA) is not a specific thyroid test, it does show disturbed relationships in and between the endocrine glands, as one gland does not become over- or under-active without affecting another. So for instance if thyroid function is already low, other hormonal fluctuations (such as an otherwise normal rise in oestrogen) can suppress it further.

HMA categorises people into “fast” or “slow” metabolisers. In “fast” types the thyroid and adrenals are working over-time, accelerating metabolic activity. In “slow” metabolisers, the thyroid and adrenal glands become sluggish.

Categorisation is based upon the different levels of minerals detected by the test.

A few examples of mineral levels that affect thyroid function:

Copper is “antagonistic” to the thyroid and thyroid activity is reduced in the presence of too much copper
Low thyroid activity and adrenal sufficiency are commonly found in individuals with raised calcium levels, because calcium is a sedative mineral and slows the metabolic rate
Selenium is connected with good thyroid function
There is a close relationship between the thyroid gland and iron status
Normal thyroid requires manganese (involved in formation of thyroxin) and studies have found low manganese levels in patients with an inactive thyroid.
Individuals with low thyroid activity have an increased need for chromium
Low magnesium levels are often found in patients suffering from hyperthyroidism and the opposite is true for those with underactive thyroid glands.

All these mineral levels are checked in the test, and then the metabolic type is determined at the lab.

Part of the HMA report will recommend a supplement program designed to correct the mineral imbalances that could be causing glandular problems.