Excessive Zinc in the Body Can Lead to Kidney Stones
Many people know that minerals are good for them, but even fewer people seem to recognize that some minerals can be toxic. Even those said to be “good minerals” like zinc and copper can mess you up if they are present in your body in the wrong ratio, or if you have a difficult time excreting. According to the University of California-San Francisco, research has shown that having high amounts of zinc in the body could be the main cause of kidney stones. Zinc was discovered as the root to kidney stone formation during extensive research.
Kidney stones are small and hard mineral deposits that form inside the kidneys. Though small, these stones can really pack a punch. Kidney stones can be excruciatingly painful and very difficult to pass. The National Kidney Foundation says that due to this medical condition, more than half a million people go to the emergency rooms of hospitals annually.
Hair tissue mineral analysis is an analytical test which can be easily and painlessly obtained without special handling instructions for a lab. Most importantly, it can give an indication of mineral status and toxic metal accumulation following long term or acute exposure. Many people also don’t realize that it also provides a blueprint to increase your performance, banish brain fog, and improve overall energy.
Hair can be used because it is one of many places where the body gets rid of minerals and heavy metals. The individual mineral levels, ratios of minerals to each other, and patterns of minerals deposited in the hair reveal all kinds of things about body chemistry and health conditions. This method is used at Balanced Integration, LLC. by Dr. Pryce, and is also very useful in identifying high levels of zinc, as well as many other mineral abundances and deficiencies. It is important to test your body in order to prevent future medical conditions.
Resources
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/06/150601130600.htm
