Re: deranged mineral transport question

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> I guess I'm not sure if I'm understanding the implications of

deranged mineral transport. In my kids' hair tests (DDI), they both

showed this. Can I trust any of the values indicated and supplement

accordingly?

Generally no, you can't trust the levels of essential or toxic

elements when mineral transport is deranged.

There are a few cases where certain minerals can be supplemented or

restricted based on a deranged hair test, such as undetectable

lithium or high (red level) copper. Also, adrenal signs or abnormal

mineral ratios can suggest supplements or other treatments. But the

mineral levels themselves are not reliable.

Even on a completely normal hair test with no signs of derangement,

certain elements reflect body inventory, others do not. You can

learn more about interpreting hair tests from Andy's book,

Hair Test Interpretation: Finding Hidden Toxicities

http://www.noamalgam.com/hairtestbook.html

A good guideline for basic supplement choices and dosages for

children can be found in the files section of the autism-mercury

group. Look for the " supplement file " .

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> Are the measurement meaningless vis a vis supplementation or not?

Thanks, Helen