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Hair
Analysis
What
is Hair Analysis?
Hair
Analysis, sometimes called Hair Mineral Analysis, is an
analytic test that measures the mineral content of the hair.
It reflects the internal metabolic environment and evaluates
toxic metal exposure and accumulation. A 1980 report
from the E.P.A stated that human hair can be effectively
used for biological monitoring of the highest priority toxic
metals.
Why
test for minerals?
Because
trace minerals are essential in metabolic functions and,
according to noted researcher, Dr. Henry Schroeder, are
"more important factors in human nutrition than vitamins."
Unlike vitamins they cannot be synthesized by living
matter, and they provide the energy for combustion of food
and are necessary for hormone production and the building
of living tissue. Minerals also have an interrelationship
with every other nutrient and are enzyme activators.
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FEW IMPORTANT MINERALS
| ZINC
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Involved
in the production, storage, and secretion of insulin
and necessary for growth hormones |
| MAGNESIUM
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Required
for normal muscular function, especially the heart.
A deficiency of magnesium has been associated with
an increase incidence of heart attacks, anxiety and
nervousness |
| POTASSIUM
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Critical
for normal nutrient transport into the cell. A deficiency
can result in muscular weakness, depression, and lethargy
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| SODIUM
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Excessive
amounts of sodium are associated with hypertension,
but adequate amounts are required for normal health
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Here are a few more reasons why it's important to find out
your mineral level:
Excessive mineral intake can reduce and even negate
the beneficial effects of vitamins. Excessive vitamin intake,
however, can reduce or negate the effects of minerals. Taking
too much iron can contribute to arthritis, elevated blood
pressure, headaches, dizziness. Taking too much calcium
can contribute to osteoporosis, weight gain and fatigue.
Toxic metals can contribute to learning disabilities in
children AS
YOU CAN SEE, IT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW ONE'S MINERAL LEVELS
this
is where hair analysis comes in from
your end, it is a simple, painless procedure involving the
cutting of a few strands of hair (about one & a half
inch in length)--that's all!
WHAT
YOU GET AT THE HEALTH CONNECTIONS CENTER FROM HAIR ANALYSIS
We will provide you with a comprehensive interpretation
that provides:
1)
A complete evaluation and detailed discussion of your metabolic
type, current mineral level and ratios, and their impact
on your body chemistry.
2)
Diet recommendation based on food allergy indicators.
3)
Supplement recommendation based upon your age, sex, metabolic
type, mineral patterns and specific needs as seen on the
tissue mineral analysis.
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