HTMA: A Deeper Look Into Your Body’s Mineral Blueprint

When a client comes to me feeling fatigued, anxious, or stuck in patterns that just won’t shift—no matter how clean they eat or how many supplements they try—one of the first tools I consider is Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis or HTMA.

This simple, non-invasive test offers a unique lens into what’s going on at the cellular level. Unlike blood work, which reflects the body’s current state of crisis management, HTMA tells a long-term story. It shows how your body has been storing, using, or losing minerals over the past several months—and that kind of information is gold when it comes to personalized wellness.

Why Minerals Matter So Much

Minerals are the spark plugs of the body. They regulate everything from energy production and hormone balance to digestion, mood, detoxification, and even sleep. If just one mineral is out of balance, it can set off a cascade of symptoms—often ones we brush off or learn to live with.

What I See in the Results

Through HTMA, I can see whether your body is running fast and stressed, or slow and depleted. I can see signs of burnout before they fully show up in how you feel. I can identify potential hidden imbalances like copper toxicity, adrenal fatigue, or chronic stress patterns. All from a small sample of hair.HTMA results are more than just numbers. They tell a story—your story.

For example, a high calcium level might look like you have plenty of this mineral, but it can signal a “calcium shell,” where calcium is getting locked into the tissues instead of being properly utilized. That often goes hand in hand with fatigue, emotional shutdown, or a sluggish thyroid.

Low potassium levels are another red flag I see often. Potassium is essential for energy, nerve function, and hormone signalling, and yet it’s one of the first to drop in chronic stress or digestive imbalance.

And then there are the mineral ratios—those are key. I always look at sodium to potassium (Na/K) as a stress and vitality gauge. A very low ratio here can point to deeper adrenal exhaustion, while a high one can signal inflammation or acute stress.

Fast and Slow Oxidizers: What Your Metabolism Is Telling You

One of the most fascinating insights HTMA offers is your oxidation type—a measure of how quickly or slowly your body converts food into energy. This isn’t just about metabolism in the “calories in, calories out” sense—it’s about the rhythm of your entire system.

If you’re a slow oxidizer, your body is likely in a state of conservation. Energy may feel low, digestion is sluggish, and you may experience weight gain, cold hands and feet, or low mood. This often correlates with high tissue calcium, low sodium and potassium, and signs of burnout.

On the other hand, fast oxidizers tend to burn through minerals quickly. You may feel wired but exhausted, experience mood swings, struggle with blood sugar crashes, or feel like you’re stuck in fight-or-flight. This often reflects elevated sodium and potassium, with suppressed magnesium and calcium.

Understanding these patterns helps us see how your body is adapting to stress, environment, and life—and it helps us support you with the right foods, rhythms, and supplements for your current state.The Benefits of

HTMA Testing

HTMA offers clarity. It takes the guesswork out of your supplement routine and helps us target exactly what your body needs—nothing more, nothing less. It’s especially helpful when you're doing everything “right” but still not seeing results.

It’s also incredibly validating. Many clients feel relieved to see that their symptoms have a real, measurable root. They’re not just tired or anxious for no reason. Their minerals are speaking—loud and clear.

HTMA can help guide support for:

• Fatigue and burnout recovery

• Thyroid and adrenal imbalances

• Mood and sleep disturbances

• Blood sugar instability

• Detoxification and drainage

• Hormonal imbalances

• Nutrient absorption issues

Support That Makes Sense

Once I’ve reviewed your HTMA, we use the data to build a supportive plan that focuses on food, lifestyle, and targeted supplementation. I may recommend gentle adrenal support, potassium-rich foods, or nervous system nourishment. Sometimes we need to pause detox efforts and work on mineral replenishment first. Every recommendation is based on your body’s unique needs—there’s no cookie-cutter protocol here.

The Bottom Line

HTMA is one of the most insightful tools I use in my practice. It bridges the gap between how you feel and what your body truly needs. If you’ve been spinning your wheels, stuck in cycles of exhaustion, or just want a deeper look at what’s going on inside, HTMA can help guide the way back to balance.

Curious about what your minerals are saying? Let’s take a look together.