BTA

 

One of the tools I use to help determine what body systems may need nutritional support is the BTA, or Biological Terrain Analysis machine. The BTA uses urine and saliva to test three bodily values: the pH, redox and restivity.

The pH is the determining factor of whether a body is acid or alkaline. This is very important because the body can only function within a very narrow pH range. Enzymes necessary for digestion and absorption, are dependent on a balanced pH. Free radicals and cancer cells are created in high acid environment. Hormones cannot bind to their receptor sites. In order to keep the blood in an acceptable pH range, the body will “steal” minerals such as calcium, potassium and magnesium from bones and muscles. This causes osteoporosis, muscle cramps, restless leg syndrome, and edema among other problems.

The redox measures the level of electrons in the interstitial fluid, this is the “river” of liquid all cells in the body are floating in. Long-term or chronic exposure to certain chemicals, toxins, viruses, bacteria and fungal conditions can damage the cells and create imbalances which can interfere with electron transport and energy production by the body. Over time, this may contribute to chronic fatigue, low energy conditions and lack of vitality within the body.

The resistivity measurement involves the level of minerals in the fluids. When fluids become congested with too many minerals, stagnation can develop. This can compromise the cells’ abilities to function. When fluids contain too few minerals, demineralization can occur. Without enough minerals circulating in the body, enzyme activation is compromised and bone and muscle development and maintenance can suffer. This reading indicates whether your body is getting enough of the various minerals your body needs to function properly and whether the minerals are stagnant or congested either of which can interfere with the cells' ability to function.

By evaluating these 3 values, we can see which of your body's systems may be weak and in need of nutritional support.