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HTMA isn't just about minerals, it's about your body's internal state over time.
Let's see if this approach is right for you.

Feeling tired, burned out, or stuck with symptoms no one can explain?
You’re not alone—and this is your first step toward real answers.

Welcome to your starting point for understanding Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)—a simple, non-invasive test that reveals what’s truly happening inside your body, so you can stop guessing and start healing with purpose.

HTMA uncovers your body’s unique mineral patterns, giving you insight into your energy, stress, mood, and metabolism. Because when you finally understand what’s going on beneath the surface, you can support your health with clarity, direction, and confidence.

What Exactly Is HTMA?

HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) uses a tiny scalp-near hair sample to measure your mineral levels and screen for toxic metals. Because hair grows slowly, it acts like a 2–3 month “mineral diary”—showing long-term stress patterns, metabolic pace (oxidation rate), and ongoing exposures that a blood test (a quick snapshot) can miss.

This interpretation approach was pioneered by Dr. Paul Eck, who developed the mineral-ratio framework many practitioners use today—think Na/K for inflammation and vitality, Ca/K for thyroid effect, and Ca/Mg for blood sugar & stress. The result is a clear map to support energy by balancing stress chemistry, identify hidden toxic metals, and personalize nutrition instead of guessing.

HTMA answers the questions most doctors never ask.

Learn more:
What makes HTMA different from blood tests?
Learn more about HTMA and how it works

What is HTMA explanation graphic showing hair tissue mineral analysis using a scalp hair sample to assess mineral balance, metabolism, and long-term stress patterns

Is This for Me?

HTMA is for you if:

You’re exhausted (or wired-but-tired) and want to boost energy by supporting your body’s stress chemistry, not by pushing harder.
Your bloodwork says “normal,” but you still feel off—and you want a long-view read on mineral trends.
You want to identify hidden toxic metals (and key deficiencies) that quick blood/urine snapshots can miss.
You’re done with random supplementation and want a precise data-driven plan.

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Is HTMA appropriate for you right now?

HTMA is likely a good fit if you:

want insight into long-term stress, energy, and mineral patterns
are looking for understanding rather than a diagnosis
are open to gradual, steady rebuilding rather than quick fixes
feel stuck despite “doing the right things”
want guidance that looks at patterns, not isolated numbers

HTMA may not be the right next step if you:

are looking for a rapid detox or cleanse
expect a medical diagnosis or immediate answers
want a single supplement or protocol to fix everything
are not in a position to make dietary or lifestyle adjustments
prefer short-term solutions over long-term change

Timing matters.
HTMA works best when the goal is clarity, readiness, and sustainable improvement — not urgency or pressure.

What You’ll Learn From an HTMA Report

HTMA is not just about what’s “high” or “low” — it’s about understanding the patterns behind your symptoms.

You’ll uncover:

Your oxidation rate (fast or slow metabolism — and what to do about it)
Key mineral ratios that impact your adrenal, thyroid, and nervous system
Hidden toxic metals like lead, mercury, arsenic, and aluminum
Personalized nutrition, supplement, and lifestyle strategies to restore balance

We use a proven method based on Dr. Paul Eck’s Nutritional Balancing Science — so your results aren’t just numbers on a page… they become a plan of action.

This interpretation is guided by a structured approach called nutritional balancing — a gradual, personalized method that uses HTMA patterns to support energy, stress regulation, detox readiness, and long-term rebuilding.