Hair Analysis Results

We received the hair analysis results for Paul and discovered a little more information for the 1000 piece puzzle. He is a very slow oxidizer which can explain the carb and protein deficiency. His body does not metabolize in a very good fashion which can cause a wide range of symptoms. Also his NA/K ratio is very low which explains his exhaustion and decreased immunity issues. We also found a copper toxicity which can also cause a wide range of problems. Zinc and copper are supposed to work together to offset one another (I think) and in his case aren't. He has low sodium, low potassium, low iron, low magnesium, low chromium, low selenium and a high level of toxic metal aluminum. All of this combined causes great havoc in the body. He is not able to take nourishing food and turn it into energy. He has impaired digestion (which we already knew but weren't sure how severe). His adrenals are totally malfuntioning accompanied with some serious neurological problems (i.e. weakness and numbness in the legs, shivers, dizziness). We are doing the saliva test today to get even more detailed information. Paul and I have discussed the Mayo Clinic and St. Judes, but first want to try an Endocrine specialist at Childrens. I put a call in today to see Dr. Hollander. If all else fails, I will be looking into the biochemical geneticist (www.geneclinics.org) at Wash U. Also, we have an appt. with his pediatrition to have more blood work done on Sat. to check his insulin levels. Yesterday was not fun. Paul had severe dizziness all day along with his usual stomach pain and nausea. He was unable to read or watch TV and was in the fetal position for several hours. He experienced complete failure in his legs the night before and was unable to move them or walk. Today was a much better day; he was able to get some school work done and even go to dinner at grandma's to celebrate his uncle's b'day and seemed to have more color in his face. Thank you for your continued prayers. I feel the Lord's continual peace in my heart despite his condition. Without God I would be a basket case!