Blog — Heavy Metals

Introduction:In the realm of personalised health and wellness, diagnostic testing has become an indispensable tool for understanding the intricacies of our bodies. From neurotransmitters to hormonal balance, weight management, sleep patterns, heavy metal exposure, and beyond, testing kits have evolved to provide a detailed snapshot of our overall health. In this blog post, we delve into the specifics of standard kits focusing on saliva and speciality kits targeting neurotransmitters, weight management, sleep balance, heavy metals, urine metabolites, menstrual cycle mapping, and adrenal stress. Neurotransmitters Profile:Understanding the intricate balance of neurotransmitters in the body is crucial for mental and emotional well-being....

Elements Testing: Safeguarding Health Through Comprehensive Analysis In our modern world, the omnipresence of environmental pollutants significantly threatens our well-being. These pollutants lurk in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we consume, and even in the materials we come into contact with daily. Their insidious presence significantly elevates the risk of various health conditions, ranging from dementia and infertility to diabetes and cancer. Moreover, these pollutants don't just stop there; they can adversely affect vital organs such as the liver, kidneys, and brain and disrupt the proper functioning of critical bodily systems like the cardiovascular, nervous,...

Heavy metal exposure can have detrimental effects on a child's development and overall health. However, with the advent of Heavy Metals Testing Kits, parents now have a convenient and accurate method to assess heavy metal levels in their children's bodies. These testing kits utilize dried blood spots and dried urine spots, offering a comprehensive solution to evaluate exposure to a range of toxic heavy metals. In this article, we will explore the benefits of heavy metals testing for children, focusing on the 14 essential elements tested through the Heavy Metals Testing (Comprehensive Toxic and Essential Elements) Profile. Detection of Toxic...

Heavy metals testing in dried blood spots and dried urine spots offers several benefits for individuals concerned about heavy metal exposure or toxicity. Here are some key benefits of this testing method: Non-Invasive Sample Collection: Dried blood spots and dried urine spots can be collected easily and non-invasively in the comfort of your own home. This eliminates the need for traditional blood draws or complex urine collection procedures, making the process more convenient and comfortable. Comprehensive Assessment: The testing method allows for a comprehensive assessment of multiple heavy metals, including toxic metals like, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, aluminium, and others. This...

By Dr. Kate Placzek, ZRT Laboratory. Many children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) struggle with fitting in and according to some experts, may receive as many as 20,000 negative messages by age 10 than their neurotypical peers. Little wonder then that many struggle with self-esteem and the belief that they are somehow broken. Being labeled as “different” – and this difference perceived as unacceptable to others – can impair an individual’s social development and actually exacerbate their struggles. One study found that children with ADHD whose families expressed high levels of criticism failed to experience the usual decline in...