November 25, 2025

Mineral Deficiency: Is It The Root Of Your Health Struggles? What HTMA Testing Reveals That Blood Work Misses With Dr. Heather Finley EP 130

33 minutes

In this episode of the Healthy by Heather Brown podcast, Heather Brown and Dr. Heather Finley dive deep into the importance of gut health and the role of minerals in overall wellness. They discuss the Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) test, its significance in understanding mineral imbalances, and how these imbalances can affect various aspects of health, including hormonal balance and digestive function. The conversation also covers personal health insights from Heather's test results, practical strategies for supporting mineral intake, and the importance of addressing foundational health issues rather than just symptoms.

00:00 Introduction to Healthy Living and Gut Health
02:01 Understanding Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA)
05:50 The Importance of Minerals in Health
11:41 Interpreting Test Results and Personal Health Insights
17:33 Addressing Mineral Imbalances and Health Strategies
23:25 Practical Steps for Mineral Support
29:11 Conclusion and Resources for Further Learning

Listen to Part 2 of this episode with Dr. Heather Finley on the Love Your Gut podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-92-how-mineral-imbalances-trigger-acne-and-low/id1620578740?i=1000738301203

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Heather Finley’s Website: https://www.drheatherfinley.co/

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Heather Finley’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drheatherfinley/
HTMA Bundle: https://mylifewellloved--drheatherfinley.thrivecart.com/htma/
Dr. Heather Finley’s Podcast Love Your Gut: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-your-gut/id1620578740
Dr. John Palmer and Morley Robbin’s episode part 1: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-by-heather-brown/id1638763905?i=1000672180863
Dr. John Palmer and Morley Robbin’s episode part 2: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-by-heather-brown/id1638763905?i=1000673123258

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