The Questions I Get Most

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Everything you might wonder before ordering your Mineral Foundations Analysis. If your question isn't here, contact me directly.

What is HTMA and how does it work?

Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) is a simple at-home test. You collect a small hair sample, send it to the lab, and a few weeks later you have a detailed look at how minerals are being deposited in your body over time.

It captures about three months of data, so you're seeing patterns instead of a single moment. The test analyzes 35 minerals and toxic metals and gives us a real picture of what's going on at a cellular level.

What's included in the $299 Mineral Foundations Analysis?

You receive your HTMA test kit, a personalized analysis of your mineral patterns written specifically for you (not a generic lab printout), a 90-day Mineral Roadmap that tells you what to focus on first, nutrition and lifestyle guidance based on your metabolic type, and a custom supplement strategy if supplements make sense for your patterns.

Email support is included if you have questions along the way.

How long until I get my results?

Once your hair sample reaches the lab, you'll have your full report within about 2 to 3 weeks. That includes lab processing time and your personalized analysis — your patterns, your priorities, your roadmap.

What if my labs always come back "normal" but I still feel terrible?

That's one of the most common things I hear. "Normal" on a standard blood panel means you're within a reference range. It doesn't tell us what your minerals are doing.

That's a different picture entirely, and it's often where the answers are.

I've tried everything and nothing works. How is this different?

You shouldn't have to keep guessing. Instead of another supplement stack or generic protocol, we use HTMA to look at your specific mineral patterns. Then I build a plan around what your body is actually showing.

I work with a limited number of clients at a time so you get real attention, not a copy-paste approach.

Stop guessing. Start knowing.

Do I need to follow a strict diet or give up foods I love?

Not at all. We work food-first, which means adding nourishing choices before removing anything. Your nutrition guidance is based on your metabolic type, not a one-size-fits-all diet.

This isn't about perfection. It's about progress.

Will I need to take a lot of supplements?

The opposite, actually. Most people come to me already taking too many supplements that aren't doing much. If supplements make sense for your patterns, the goal is one streamlined formula built around your results.

Fewer bottles. More strategy.

What if I can't stick to the plan perfectly?

You don't have to. Progress over perfection is the whole strategy here. Your roadmap is built with a gentle step-by-step schedule so you don't overwhelm your system, and I use a Good → Better → Best framework so you always have options.

Some days, Good is the bravest step. That counts.

What results can I realistically expect?

Most clients start noticing shifts within the first few weeks. Steadier energy, better digestion, clearer thinking. Your 90-day Mineral Roadmap gives you a clear timeline of what to expect and when.

Lasting change takes time, and you'll have clarity about what your body needs instead of guessing your way through it.

What happens after the 90 days?

Many clients choose an HTMA Retest + Updated Roadmap ($199) to see how their patterns have shifted and refine their direction. Others continue with standalone coaching sessions as needed.

Either way, you'll have the knowledge and clarity to keep building on your foundation.

Do you provide medical treatment or diagnose conditions?

No. I'm a Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach. I provide education and support, not medical treatment or diagnosis. HTMA is a screening tool that reveals patterns. It's not a diagnostic test.

Your results are yours to keep and share with your healthcare providers if you choose. In some cases — if you're on medication, pregnant, or managing a specific condition — I'll recommend you check with your doctor before starting a custom supplement formula. That's a conversation between you and your provider. I'm not in contact with your healthcare team directly.

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Michelle LeMaster

Investigate. Balance. Thrive.

The Wellness Journey with Michelle

Las Vegas, NV | Serving Clients Nationwide Virtually

Functional Nutrition & Lifestyle  Coach

I provide nutritional coaching and lifestyle support, not medical treatment or diagnosis.

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