In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Hormone Genius Podcast, we honor the life and legacy of Krista Labbe—a Certified Nurse Midwife, U.S. Army officer, and fierce advocate for women’s health—whose untimely passing in 2023 shed light on a silent but serious risk: copper toxicity linked to the copper IUD.

Krista's story is not only one of courage and advocacy but also a cautionary tale that underscores the importance of informed consent in birth control decisions. Despite being a trained medical professional, Krista experienced unexplained anxiety, chronic infections, and other debilitating symptoms—later traced back to elevated copper levels. Through her experience, we uncover critical insights about copper metabolism, the limitations of traditional blood tests, and the emerging role of Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) in uncovering hidden mineral imbalances.

🔍 In this episode, we cover:

Krista’s health journey and her battle with copper toxicity

The science of how copper accumulates in the body

Why standard blood tests often miss mineral imbalances

The value of HTMA for deeper health diagnostics

The importance of advocacy and full-body literacy in women’s health

This episode is both a tribute and a call to action—encouraging women to dig deeper, ask harder questions, and empower themselves with the knowledge to make informed choices about their health.

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

Krista’s Story: kristalabbe.com

Copper Toxicity Info: coppertoxic.com

HTMA Testing: mineralsandhealth.com/order

Natural Womanhood Article: Read the Article

🙏 Special thanks to Natural Womanhood for amplifying this vital conversation.

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