Understand What Your Body May Need With Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
Not Sure What Your Body Needs?
When you’re tired, feeling overwhelmed or simply not feeling like yourself, it can be hard to know where to begin.
You may be eating well and trying to look after yourself, yet still feel unsure about what your body needs.
My HTMA service combines hair mineral testing with a thorough nutrition consultation, a personalised plan and ongoing support. Together, we look at your health history, symptoms, food intake and daily routines to decide on practical next steps.
You’ll have time to ask questions, understand the recommendations and make changes at a pace that feels manageable.
Does This Sound Familiar?
- ✧ You wake feeling tired or notice your energy dipping through the day.
- ✧ You feel wired but tired and find it difficult to wind down.
- ✧ You’re navigating midlife changes and want more support with your nutrition.
- ✧ Bloating or digestive discomfort makes eating well feel more complicated.
- ✧ You’ve tried supplements but feel unsure about what is appropriate for you.
- ✧ Your blood tests have been reassuring, but you still don’t feel like yourself.
These experiences can have many causes. We’ll consider the whole picture and discuss whether HTMA is appropriate for you, alongside any medical assessment you may need.
What Is Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis?
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis uses a small sample of scalp hair to measure selected minerals and metals in that sample. Your laboratory report includes the measured levels and a number of mineral ratios.
Minerals play important roles in energy production, nerve and muscle function, and bone health. Getting enough through food is an important part of looking after your health.
A sample report from InterClinical Laboratories (not a real client)
500+ HTMA tests interpreted
A Plan That Fits Your Life
The value of working together is having someone take the time to listen, explain the information and help you turn it into a realistic plan. My approach focuses on two areas.
Nourishing your body. We’ll review what you’re eating, how regularly you’re eating and any digestive concerns that make nourishment difficult. Your plan may include practical food changes and, where appropriate, carefully considered supplements. Supplement recommendations take account of your medications, medical history and relevant test results.
Supporting your daily rhythms. Sleep, stress, meal patterns and the demands of everyday life all affect how you feel. We’ll identify small changes that fit your circumstances, whether that means eating a more substantial breakfast, making space to rest or creating a gentler evening routine.
You don’t need a perfect diet or a stress-free life to begin. We’ll work with where you are now and build from there.
What You Can Expect From Our Work Together
- ✧ A thorough discussion of your health concerns, history and goals.
- ✧ A clear explanation of your HTMA report.
- ✧ Personalised food and lifestyle recommendations with manageable priorities.
- ✧ Supplement guidance or a Compounded Custom Blend where appropriate.
- ✧ Follow-up support to review your progress and adjust your plan.
Our aim is to support your nutrition and help you feel more confident about caring for yourself. Individual responses vary, and no particular health outcome can be guaranteed.
A Clear Plan With Support As You Progress
Meaningful changes can take time. Some people find it helpful to work together over several months, while others need a different level of support. We’ll review what is useful for you as we go.
If you’re sensitive to supplements, we can discuss a gradual approach. New or worsening symptoms are a reason to check in and review the plan; they should not be assumed to be a normal part of healing or detoxification.
You’re welcome to ask questions and let me know when something feels difficult. That feedback helps us make your plan more workable.
How To Get Started
Every client begins with an Initial Assessment, so your testing is guided by the full picture of your health.
Step One: Your Initial Assessment
During your 60-minute Initial Assessment, in clinic or via Zoom, we explore your health history, current concerns, diet, lifestyle and goals, and decide together whether HTMA is right for you.
Step Two: Complete Your Test At Home
If HTMA is recommended, I’ll arrange your sample kit after your consultation. It includes simple instructions for collecting and posting your hair sample to the laboratory.
Step Three: Review Your Results
Results usually take around 3–4 weeks from posting. At your Functional Testing Consultation, I’ll explain your report and your personalised nutrition, lifestyle and supplement recommendations.
Step Four: Review And Adjust
We’ll agree on a follow-up schedule based on your needs. Retesting may be considered around every 3–4 months if appropriate.
If you’re taking a Compounded Custom Blend, a consultation is required at least every three months so I can review its ongoing suitability as part of my duty of care.
Providing Your Hair Sample
This service is currently available to clients in Australia who can provide a scalp hair sample. Hair is cut close to the scalp with scissors; it does not need to be pulled out.
The laboratory requires a suitable amount of untreated, uncoloured hair. Please follow the instructions in your kit for sample length, amount and collection. If your hair is coloured, bleached or chemically treated, let me know at your Initial Assessment so we can confirm the required regrowth and timing.
Your Investment
- Initial Assessment, 60 minutes$195
- HTMA test$255
- Functional Testing Consultation to review your results, 60 minutes$255
- Follow-up consultation thereafter, 60 minutes$185
If recommended, Compounded Custom Blend protocols range from $395–$495 for a 60-day or three-month supply, depending on the formulation and prescribed dose. These are additional to testing and consultation fees. We’ll discuss the likely cost before you decide to proceed.
Families beginning together receive 10% off consultations for 2–3 family members, or 20% off consultations for 4 or more. Discounts apply to consultations only. Just let me know when you book.
Take The Next Step
If you’d like a more personalised approach to your nutrition and are curious about HTMA, I’d love to hear what’s brought you here.
You don’t need to have everything worked out. Start with your Initial Assessment, and we’ll explore together whether HTMA is a suitable next step. Before we begin testing, we’ll discuss the expected costs, follow-up requirements and whether this approach suits your circumstances.
An Important Note About Testing
HTMA is not a diagnostic test and does not replace medical assessment or appropriate blood or urine testing. My service provides nutrition and lifestyle support, rather than diagnosis or treatment of disease. If your symptoms require medical investigation, I’ll encourage you to work with your GP or treating team.