Detoxing “Amigos”
Recently, I had an exciting Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) retest: the dumping of the “Amigos” big time! If you’re unfamiliar, the Amigos refer to the oxide forms of metals—iron, manganese, aluminum, and others—that can wreak havoc when they accumulate in the body.
Interestingly, accumulating these toxic forms of minerals is one of the body’s most important adaptive mechanisms. They help weak and sick bodies look and function fairly normally, even if the underlying balance is off.
One of the main effects of the “Amigos” is inflammation. This, in turn, can result in hundreds of symptoms and diseases, ranging from arthritis and headaches to PMS, high blood pressure, kidney disease, IBS, anxiety, depression, and even cancer. The list of conditions caused by inflammation is incredibly long.
These metals are often linked to stress and mineral imbalances and are notorious for triggering fatigue, brain fog, and even mood swings. For me, seeing this detox process on the HTMA was a very important sign that the mineral-balancing journey is progressing well!
The Amigos can act as “stimulants,” making you feel wired but exhausted at the same time. This might explain why so many people accumulate them—modern life feels like a fatigue epidemic! The Amigos are sneaky, building up through poor diets, stress, and environmental exposure. Thankfully, mineral balancing (think targeted supplements according to your current body chemistry and a wholesome diet) helps detox them out and restore harmony.
Detoxing isn’t smooth sailing—you may feel more tired than usual, but that’s all part of the process. Supporting your body with extra hydration, rest, and nutrient-rich meals is key.
If you’re dealing with symptoms like exhaustion, inflammation, mental fog and others, it’s worth exploring whether the Amigos might be lingering in your system. HTMA is a powerful tool for understanding your health on a deeper level.
Pink arrows indicate the “Amigos” leaving the body!
Calcium has dropped significantly which is a great sign - calcium becoming more available
