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Flow Systems Analysis delves deeply into
the body’s unique biochemistry by measuring and identifying key biochemical
imbalances found in the urine and saliva. The biochemistry of the urine and
saliva is directly reflective of the body’s "terrain" or what is known as the
"biological terrain". Flow Systems Analysis allows the identification of any
faulty biochemistry so that the underlying causes of illness are addressed
rather than merely chasing symptoms.
In addition to highlighting biochemical
imbalances, Flow Systems Analysis allows us to use quantitative data to monitor
patient progress throughout treatment. Measuring biochemical changes in a
quantitative way also enables us to use this tool as a vehicle to maximize
athletic performance and recovery.
The results of the testing reveal five
potential fundamental biochemical imbalances along with additional supporting
data. These potential fundamental imbalances in order of importance are:
Electrolyte Excess/Electrolyte Deficiency – Electrolytes or minerals are the
charged particles that convey the ability of fluids to transmit electricity. All
of our biochemistry is driven by electrical charge differences that exist
between chemicals and the fluid of their environment. Excess or deficient
electrolytes in the body lead to both elevated and low blood pressure, revealing
one of the major causes of cardiovascular disease.
Anabolic/Catabolic Imbalance
- The body should cycle through both a catabolic (breakdown) and an anabolic
(build-up) state throughout each day. These states fundamentally shift the way
the body uses oxygen and glucose for energy. Many people are biochemically stuck
in one of these states. This can lead to blood pressure issues, insomnia,
allergies, fatigue as well bowel and digestive disturbances.
Sympathetic/Parasympathetic Imbalance – The autonomic nervous system (ANS)
controls all of the body’s internal organs. The ANS decides whether organ
systems speed up or slow down. The sympathetic side of the ANS tells the organs
to shift into a “fight or flight” state. The parasympathetic side of the ANS
tells the organs to shift into a “rest & digest” state. The body should
naturally shift in and out of these states; however some patients get stuck in
one state or the other. These imbalances significantly affect the body’s ability
to heal as well as play a crucial role in hypertension, allergies and asthma.
Fast/Slow Oxidizers – This set of imbalances identifies the speed that a body
breaks down food for energy. The more quickly or slowly foods are broken down in
the body leads us to the specific foods that balance energy production in a
patient. Balancing these abnormalities regulates blood sugar disturbances as
well as the disturbances caused by them.
Acid/Alkaline – The body fluids must be
kept in a narrow pH range. This is so crucial that the body does everything it
can to normalize an out of balance pH. An acidic blood pH is buffered by the
body by leaching minerals from the bone. This causes bone loss that will only be
minimally affected by calcium supplementation. The underlying acidic condition
of the blood must be corrected to stop or reverse any osteoporosis.
Additional
tests are performed during Flow Systems Analysis to assess hydration, vitamin C
status, oxidation, kidney function, lymphatic congestion, protein intake and
output.
pH: The acid/base balance of the body must be maintained within a narrow
range or enzymes cannot function effectively. Poor enzyme function affects every
bodily function including digestion, detoxification and oxygenation of body
tissues.
Mitochondrial function, hormone receptor sites, and many other
functions of the body are extremely dependent on pH balance. The trend in
healthcare is to try and stay ‘alkaline’ but you never hear which body
compartment this is describing.
The doctors at CCNM believe the body goes
through different acid/alkaline cycles in different compartments of the body and
thus the information needs to be evaluated based on an individualized patient
basis.
Redox potential: The oxidation/reduction potential measures the number of
electrons available for the body to use. We obtain these electrons from the food
we eat. This measurement reflects body function in two ways: energy and
antioxidant status.
Free radical damage causes biological ageing. The more a
cell is under oxidative stress, the faster it breaks down . . . and this is
counter-productive to maintaining optimal health. In order to lessen oxidative
stress, your doctor will make several recommendations. It is essential to
stimulate and drain the lymphatic system, through the use of homeopathic and
herbal drainage remedies, and the use of massage, deep breathing, and exercise.
Invading toxins should be addressed, such as insecticides, mercury (possible
from dental fillings), and heavy metals. The diet should be addressed, with
special limitation of alcohol, cigarettes, sugar, and non-organic foods. Liver
function should be assisted with the use of herbal and homeopathic remedies,
plus reduced glutathione.
Stress must be dealt with, as it has such a negative
effect on immune function, and enzymatic action within the body. An individual
program of nutrients, especially anti-oxidants, vitamins and minerals should be
followed.
Resistivity: This measures the concentration of minerals in the body.
Minerals are vital as they are used to maintain the correct charge across cell
membranes and are essential cofactors for enzymes. Enzymes are the mediators of
all metabolism or work that is performed in the body, whether it be digestion,
muscle contraction, nerve firing, etc. Conductivity tells us about hydration and
toxicity as well as global mineral status.
There are several factors that cause
changes in resistivity within the patient's body.
These are:
- Excess or loss
of minerals
- Poor kidney function
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Sluggish and
congested lymphatic system
The patient must have an individualized program that
detoxifies the lymphatic system through the use of drainage herbals and
homeopathic, balances the pH, detoxifies the liver, and aids kidney function.
Plenty of pure water, massage, and diet will also be important to changing the
r-values for the patient.
This detailed lab testing reveals that similar
symptoms can be caused by very different biochemical imbalances in two different
people. This means that addressing the same symptom in two different people
requires unique treatment specific to the individual. Only by going through the
Flow Systems Analysis of urine and saliva assessment can it be determined what
these unique treatments should be.
The History of Flow Systems
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