Re: hair test - thyroid/adrenal info - Bent

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> In my hair test I have calcium, magnesium, sodium and potassium all

> low. What is that mean in relation to thyroid/adrenal problems?

> Bent

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Low potassium might indicate a thyroid problem, but K/Ca and Na/K

are better indicators. K/Ca outside of .03-.35 or Na/K outside of

..5-10 suggest a thyroid problem. Symptoms and blood tests give

more reliable information.

You can't conclude anything about adrenal problems from this pattern.

The hair test does not always show problems when they exist. If

symptoms suggest adrenal problems, I suggest getting a saliva test

(you can get at a relatively good price through www.canaryclub.org).

The Na/Mg ratio might tell you something. If <1, you are not making

enough adrenaline. If >5, you are making too much.

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