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  Frequently Asked Questions

 
Here are some commonly asked questions about BEST health screening and  their general answers.

 

Health Screening
 
What type of health screening do you do?
We use an instrument called a BEST System to quickly effectively and in a non-invasive way determining your nutritional levels, hormone balance, energetic health,  food sensitivities, environmental sensitivities and toxin levels. The results from the screenings give us precise information about your nutritional and overall health balance and allow us to recommend appropriate remedies.

What health conditions can it help with?
We work in a holistic way and believe in helping the body to heal itself. With the BEST System we can gain an overall picture of what is happening in the body, pinpoint deficiencies and imbalances and give accurate recommendations. The following conditions have all shown good results following BEST screenings:

Autism
Arthritis
Asthma
Cholesterol 
Conception 		Candida 
Dermatitis 
Diabetes 
Digestion 
Epilepsy 		Fatigue 
Headaches 
Hormones 
Heart complaints 
Hyper- activity 		IBS 
Menopause 
ME 
Migraine
Parasites		 Stress
Weight Gain
Weight loss

If you are unsure whether we can help with your particular condition then please call us.

What happens during health screening?
When you come for a health screening we will first ask you about your health issues. For the screening you will sit in a chair and the practitioner will gently press a small probe connected to the BEST instrument onto specific points (known as acupuncture points) on your hands. The test unit recodes the body's response at each point. You only feel the sensation of the probe being applied to your skin. A printed report of the results is produced at the end of the test. There is no waiting for results.

How long does it take?
Including the consultation It will take between one and two hours depending on the screening you have come for. The results are produced immediately the test is completed and you will be given a copy of the printed report to take away.

Do I need to give blood or get undressed?
Absolutely not. The tests are carried out simply by gently applying a probe to test points on your hands or feet - this is all that is involved.

What do the results tell me?
For a basic nutrition and food screening the results will indicate your levels of 37 individual vitamin & minerals and any intolerances you may have to 104 different foods. The body is dependant on having sufficient nutrients in order to function correctly and extensive studies have shown many illnesses are contributed to by lack of vital nutrients. If you eat food that you are intolerant to again this has been shown to be a root cause of many illnesses. Additional tests can be done to reveal hormone imbalances, organ imbalances and toxicity levels.

Will it show my allergies? 
The results from the BEST health screening clearly identify any foods you are sensitive to and you should be avoiding for the time being. These are known as food intolerances and are basically substances the body would prefer not to have at the moment. By eating these foods the bodies energy is directed to 'neutralising' them rather than digesting them and this can tend to lead to long-term health problems. People are often unaware of their food intolerances as the symptoms are mild (initially at least), accumulative and happen quite some time after eating. It's our experience that addressing food intolerances forms a very important part of dealing with a wide range of health issues - anything from Irritable bowel to fatigue, migraine to hyperactivity. 

An allergy on the other hand is a fast acting immune system reaction to very specific foods and tends to cause rapid, severe symptoms. These can only be reliably detected through a prick or RAST test and not through the BEST system.

How often will I need to be screened?
If you are suffering from an ailment you may be recommended to be screened every two or three months and every six to twelve months for a general check up to maintain health.

Do I need to be ill in order to benefit from health screening?
No. By monitoring your health status any weakness can be found and acted upon before symptoms appear. By ensuring your nutrient levels are balanced and you are avoiding intolerant foods, this gives the body the best chance of maintaining and promoting health, fitness and well-being.

Is there anything I need to do before my screening?
All we ask is that you refrain from applying oils and lotions on your hands and feet on the day of your screening. These can reduce the sensitivity of the instrument. Also if you drink lots of alcohol, tea or coffee these tend to dehydrate the body which can also reduce the reading sensitivity, so please drink lots of water before you come. Otherwise there are no special requirements.

 

The BEST System
 
How does the BEST instrument work?
BEST stands for Bio Energetic Stress Testing and is a combination of modern electronic technology and ancient acupuncture knowledge. 
Back in the 1950's Dr R Voll discovered that acupuncture points (as used by Chinese acupuncturists for treatments) could be used to assess an individuals state of health.
He developed a machine called the 'Diatherapuncteur' which monitored electrical changes in the skin at acupuncture points. The BEST System is a highly developed version of Dr Voll's original instrument and basically monitors the body's energetic response to various substances and tests through a process called biofeedback. 

Tell me more about Bio Feedback?
We all respond to our environments in various ways. If you see, taste or hear something you really like you will think good thoughts and your body will physically respond by relaxing, producing saliva etc. If however you experience something undesirable you will respond very differently; tension, shallow breathing, thoughts of how to avoid it etc. Bio feed back is the process of monitoring how your body responds to various stimuli. With the BEST System this is done electronically by monitoring electrical changes in acupuncture points while tests are performed.

Is it scientifically proven?
The original concepts of Electro Dermal Screening (EDS) as the principle behind the BEST System is known, was developed in the 1950's. Since then numerous technical studies, tests and research papers have been produced, verifying the effectiveness of the process. There are many papers on the complex physics and electrical equivalents of EDS. 
The BEST System is also registered with the Federal Drug Administration in America.
As with any technology the bottom line is does it work and the many hundreds of practitioners around the world and tens of thousands of patients will testify to the considerable success of this equipment.

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