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Molybdenum: The "Detox Dynamo" of Trace Minerals
Molybdenum (pronounced muh-lib-den-um) is an essential trace mineral that often flies under the radar.
dianeyoder2020
Mar 73 min read


Why Is Mercury Showing Up On Your HTMA Test? (And What It Means For Your Mineral Balancing)
Mercury is a naturally occurring heavy metal that is liquid at room temperature—often called "quicksilver." While it exists in the environment, it is one of the most potent neurotoxins known to man.
dianeyoder2020
Mar 33 min read


Why Is Lead Showing Up On Your HTMA Test? (And What It Means For Your Mineral Balancing)
Unlike essential minerals like calcium or iron, lead is an "imposter." Because of its chemical structure, it can "masquerade" as calcium, allowing it to slip past the body's defenses and settle deep into the bones and brain.
dianeyoder2020
Mar 34 min read


Boron: The "Silent Synergist" of Bone and Hormone Health
Without adequate Boron, your body struggles to keep calcium in your bones and hormones in balance.
dianeyoder2020
Mar 13 min read


What Your Fingernails Reveal About Your Internal Health
Have you ever looked down at your hands and noticed small white flecks, ridges, or brittle edges? In the world of functional medicine and HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis), your fingernails are like a biological dashboard.
dianeyoder2020
Mar 13 min read


Beyond the Tap: The Essential Guide to Pure Water and Proper Hydration
Pure water and proper hydration are paramount to your healing success with mineral balancing.
dianeyoder2020
Feb 283 min read


Frequently Asked Questions About Saunas
This FAQ is designed to clear up the "mystery" around saunas and help you feel confident using them as a tool for renewal.
dianeyoder2020
Feb 283 min read


The Radiant Reset: How Near-Infrared Saunas Transform Cellular Health
Unlike traditional dry saunas that simply heat the air around you, NIR saunas use specific wavelengths of light to penetrate deep into your tissues.
dianeyoder2020
Feb 283 min read


Travel Tips: A Holistic Guide to Staying Balanced While Away
At Renewing Vitality, we believe your health shouldn't take a vacation just because you do. By focusing on mineral balancing and bio-individual support, you can mitigate the stress of travel and spend more time enjoying your trip and less time recovering from it with these travel tips.
dianeyoder2020
Feb 283 min read


The "Inside Out" Glow: Why Enemas Are a Holistic Health Game Changer
at Renewing Vitality, we’ve seen firsthand that once our clients get past the initial hesitation, they realize that enemas—specifically coffee enemas—are one of the most powerful tools available for deep, systemic healing.
dianeyoder2020
Feb 283 min read


Why Is Aluminum Showing Up On Your HTMA Test? (And What It Means For Your Mineral Balancing)
Aluminum is the third most abundant element in the earth's crust. It's everywhere in nature, but that doesn't mean your body needs it.
Unlike essential minerals like magnesium, zinc, or calcium, aluminum serves no biological purpose in your body.
dianeyoder2020
Jan 144 min read


Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics: What Your Body Needs For Optimal Gut Health
Do you know the difference between prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics? Or why they matter for your overall health and mineral balance?
dianeyoder2020
Jan 138 min read


Fish: Your Best Source of Omega-3s Or A Mercury Time Bomb?
If you're working on mineral balancing through HTMA, understanding fish consumption is especially important because mercury is one of the most common toxic metals we see on tests. And for many people, contaminated fish is a major source.
dianeyoder2020
Jan 137 min read


The Truth About Salt: What Your Body Actually Needs And What It Doesn't
salt is essential for life. But the type of salt you use, the quality of that salt, and how much you're consuming all matter more than you might think.
dianeyoder2020
Jan 137 min read


Let's Not Stress About Stress: But Here's Why You Should Be Mindful
Chronic stress depletes your minerals, weakens your adrenal glands, shuts down your digestion, and prevents your body from healing.
dianeyoder2020
Jan 137 min read


The Hidden Danger In Your Medicine Cabinet: Why Antiperspirants Are Sabotaging Your Health
Antiperspirant is loading your body with a toxic metal that's linked to Alzheimer's, kidney dysfunction, Parkinson's disease, and possibly breast cancer.
dianeyoder2020
Jan 137 min read


Why Fatigue Can Occur On Your Mineral Balancing Journey (And Why It's Actually A Good Sign)
When the body is healing while on a mineral rebalancing protocol (HTMA) fatigue can occur. Click to read why and what to do about it.
dianeyoder2020
Jan 139 min read


Healing Reactions: What to Expect (And How to Handle Them) While On Your Mineral Balancing Journey
Retracing and healing reactions can happen with mineral rebalancing and HTMA protocols. Discover what a retracing symptom shows up as and how to address it.
dianeyoder2020
Jan 138 min read


Bloating: The Mineral Connection You Didn't Know About
Bloating isn't just about food sensitivities or "bad gut bacteria." It's often a sign that your body lacks the minerals it needs to digest food properly, move things through your digestive system, and maintain the right pH balance in your gut.
dianeyoder2020
Dec 8, 20259 min read


Frequently Asked Questions About Mineral Supplements
Minerals are the root of vitality. Without them in balance, your body can't heal, detox, or thrive—no matter what else you do.
dianeyoder2020
Dec 8, 20254 min read
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