How and When to Eat Liver
Liver is a high-energy, nutrient-dense food that provides a variety of essential nutrients in bioavailable form. These include copper, iron, retinol
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Basic Supplements
The best way to determine your nutritional needs is to use a test called hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA). HTMA is a non-invasive
Understanding Your HTMA Test Results (Video Series)
Part 1: Hair Analysis Basics and Review of HTMA Chart Part 2: Understanding Your Metabolic Type
12 Reasons to Use Hair Mineral Testing to Design Nutrition Programs
There are many ways to assess nutritional status including symptom questionnaires, iridology, kinesiology, diet sheets, computer analyses, blood tests, etc. Why
Anemia and Iron Storage
Anemia refers to a low number of red blood cells, low hemoglobin, or a low volume of red cells in the
Phosphorus Level on a Hair Analysis
The Meaning of Hair Phosphorus Readings The phosphorus reading on a hair mineral test may provide much information about diet, digestion,
Understanding Underactive Thyroid and Other Thyroid Problems
Understanding Thyroid Activity The pituitary gland at the base of the brain controls hormone production in your body. It makes thyroid-stimulating
Hair Analysis Controversy by Dr. Lawrence Wilson
© August 2012, L.D Wilson Consultants, Inc. I have used hair tissue mineral analysis for more than 35 years and reviewed
Copper Toxicity: A Likely Cause of Migraine Headaches
The following article from www.drlwilson.com describes relief from daily migraine headaches following copper detoxification using nutritional balancing. Migraine Headaches and Copper
3 Simple Eating Habits to Instantly Improve Your Digestion
Strong digestion is a key to excellent health. Before your body can use the chemicals in the food you eat, the
10 Things Hair Analysis Can Tell You About Your Energy Level
Are you lacking vital minerals that are needed for energy production? Minerals such as magnesium, selenium, manganese, copper, zinc, and others
Insomnia, Trouble Sleeping, and Copper Toxicity
Insomnia, or trouble sleeping, is a debilitating condition that affects millions of people in developed nations. It can cause daytime sleepiness,
Covid-19 and the Loss of Smell
There is not much evidence that covid-19 is a new disease. After all, covid symptoms are nearly identical to the symptoms
Sweating in a Sauna Versus Sweating During Exercise
Some people tell me that they don’t have to use a sauna because they sweat a lot when they exercise. However,
My Dietary Philosophy
I used to think a peanut butter and jelly sandwich on whole-wheat bread—with a banana—was the healthiest meal on the planet.
Stress Analysis with Hair Analysis: Test Review
The past three years have been stressful for Jane, a 37-year-old mom of two. During this period, Jane has gotten married
How I Stay on My Diet When Traveling
Travel doesn’t mean you have to eat whatever’s available at your destination. You can stay on your diet when you travel.
How a Tired Single Mom Increased Her Metabolism 9.1x (Without Hormones, Stimulants or Heavy Exercise)
Recap of Part One In part one of this case study, I introduced Rachel, a single mom who struggled for years
Aluminum Toxicity and Memory Loss—A Case Report
I recently had a consultation with a young woman who is planning to become pregnant. While we were talking, she had
Spanish Flu: The Highly Contagious Disease that was Not Contagious
During the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918, it was widely accepted that the disease was spreading from person to person through
How a Controversial Detoxification Protocol Saved Hundreds of 9/11 Rescue Workers
You are probably aware of the devastating events that took place on September 11th, 2001. But you may not know what
Why Don’t Medical Doctors Recommend Hair Mineral Analysis?
What is Hair Analysis? Hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA) is the test I use to help my clients determine which foods
Adrenal Burnout: Signs, Symptoms, and Correction
Do you relate to any of the following? you have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning you
Lead Toxicity and Modern Living
Did you know that skeletons of modern-day humans contain up to 1000x more lead than pre-industrial humans? Lead exposure has serious
How to Determine Your Metabolic Type
Many people think that hair analysis is only useful to measure minerals and toxic metals. But the main reason I use
Rice and Arsenic Toxicity: A Case Study
I recently reviewed the hair analysis results of a 21-year-old college student, who I’ll call Joe. Joe’s main health concerns were
Toxic Metals: The Hidden Cause of Chronic Fatigue, Low Energy, and Other Common Health Problems
How many times have you heard your doctor say the words “toxic metals?” Most likely, “zero.” Yet, toxic metals are a
What is Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)?
Hair mineral analysis is one of the most interesting and useful tests available. However, doctors are not taught how to use
Anti-aging and Life Extension
Recently, an older gentleman tried to convince me that when I reach his age (57), I’m going to have health problems
