Molybdenum (Mo) is typically low because of a diet deficiency. Hair is rarely contaminated with Mo from outside sources. Mo is an essential trace element that is an activator of specific enzymes and … [Read more...]
Vanadium (V)
Posted on April 6, 2010 Written by
Vanadium (V) is a blood sugar nutrient, and it has direct effects on thyroid metabolism and insulin production. V assists in the regulation of sodium and potassium. Food sources of V … [Read more...]
Chromium (Cr)
Posted on April 2, 2010 Written by
Hair chromium (Cr) levels provide a better indication of tissue levels than urine or blood. Cr is seldom affected by hair treatments, dyes, permanent solutions, or bleach. Cr (trivalent) is … [Read more...]
Manganese (Mn)
Posted on April 2, 2010 Written by
Manganese (Mn) levels in the hair are a good indicator of Mn in the body. Mn is commonly confused with magnesium, primarily because the word are so similar. Mn, like Mg, is an essential element but it … [Read more...]
