Animal
Hair ~ Bird Feather ~ Reptile Scale
WHAT IS A TISSUE MINERAL ANALYSIS?
Trace mineral analysis is a test which measures the mineral content of hair, feather or scales. Mineral
content of these reflects the mineral content of the body's tissues. If a mineral deficiency or excess exists in
these, it usually indicates a mineral deficiency or excess within the body, or bio-unavailability.
Examples:
If the hair /feather/scales reveals an elevated calcium level two or three times normal, then your calcium level within the body may be elevated also. If this is the case, a strong tendency exists for arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries due to
calcium placques).
If the calcium level is low, then a tendency exists toward osteoporosis (demineralization of bone), increased tendency to bone fractures, dental caries, periodontal disease, muscle cramps, etc. Various mineral imbalances, as revealed by hair analysis frequently lead to metabolic dysfunctions before any symptoms become manifest.
OTHER CONDITIONS WHICH MAY RESULT OR
BE AGGRAVATED BY A MINERAL IMBALANCE ARE:
Depression
Hypoglycemia
Hyperactivity
Prostate Disorders
Digestive Disturbance
Headaches |
Hyperactivity
Hypertension
Arthritis
Skin Rashes
Emotional Problems
Hair Loss |
Anemia
Thyroid Disturbance
Allergies
Musculo-Skeletal Disorders
Cardiovascular Disease
Diabetics |
WHY TEST FOR MINERALS?
Minerals are the "sparkplugs" of life. They are involved in almost all enzyme reactions within the body. Without enzyme activity, life ceases to exist. A trace mineral analysis is preventive as well as being useful as a screening tool.
WHO NEEDS A HAIR ANALYSIS?
If your pet is found ill and no explanation can be found, or when the cause seems to be found but the therapy is not wholly effective. Hair analysis opens up a whole new vista for the solving of your own particular problem by recognizing your biochemical individuality.
Even if your pet is not experiencing a severe problem, abnormal changes in body chemistry and nutritional deficiencies may result in early, subtle changes in the body such as:
- White spots in nails or hooves- indicates a possible zinc deficiency.
- Longitudinal ridging in nails or hooves- indicates an iron deficiency.
- Brittle hair and nails or hooves- calcium and copper imbalance.
- Deep grooves across nails or hooves - calcium deficiency.
- Lack of growth - zinc deficiency.
- Mood swings - possible toxic metal accumulation such as lead, mercury, or cadmium.
- Low milk production in Dairy Animals
- Small, underdeveloped udders in dairy or other mammals
- Uneven gait, fertility problems.
The above indicators are early signs of metabolic disturbances and may lead to serious problems if left unchecked.
COMMON CAUSES OF A MINERAL IMBALANCE
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Improper diet - such as excessive intake of refined carbohydrates and sugars, strict vegetarian diets or other exclusive diets.
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Taking vitamins and minerals which ore not compatible with your current body chemistry.
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Medications
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Stress
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Accumulation of toxic metals from the environment, job or hobby.
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Inheritance of mineral patterns from parents.
Hair analysis is an invaluable screening tool which allows a correct program of diet and supplementation to be designed for each individual's specific needs. Never before has there been available a metabolic blueprint with such a degree of applicable scientific accuracy.
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