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Interpreting the HTMA Ratio of Fe Cu for Your Health

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5 min read
According to Trace Elements, Inc., the HTMA Fe:Cu ratio has an ideal range of 0.2:1 to 1.6:1, with a target optimal ratio of 0.9:1. This mineral balance, assessed through Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), provides insights into cellular metabolism, immune function, and overall health that blood tests may miss.

What is the four low mineral pattern?

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6 min read
According to practitioners using hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA), the four low mineral pattern represents a state of severe metabolic burnout and exhaustion. This unique pattern indicates depleted levels of four key macrominerals: calcium, magnesium, sodium, and potassium.

Understanding Mineral Imbalances: What are the symptoms of mineral balancing?

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4 min read
According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), a significant portion of the U.S. population falls short of the recommended intake for key minerals like magnesium and calcium. An imbalance can manifest through a variety of subtle to severe signs, and understanding what are the symptoms of mineral balancing is the first step toward correcting these nutritional deficiencies or excesses.