Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines

Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines Dr. Sarah Outlaw, BCDHH - Holistic Doctor - Safe, natural solutions for many health concerns. What is Nutrition Response Testing? GREAT NEWS!
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Our Health Improvement Program Uses a Specific Method of Muscle Testing Called Nutrition Response Testing® to Create Designed Clinical Nutrition for each individual client. Who can this program benefit:

*Do you have one or more health conditions that have become chronic?

*Have you tried conventional medicine or even alternative practitioners without seeing or feeling an improvement in your healt

h?

*Have you experienced a negative impact in your personal life, in relationships you’re your spouse or children, at your job, and/or in personal finances as a result of health issues?

*Are you afraid that in time your health issues are not going to get better and will probably continue to worsen unless effective changes are made? If you answer yes to any or all of these questions, and you are ready to commit to making the changes necessary to begin your journey to wellness, we invite you to participate in our Health Improvement Program here at NHIC. This program incorporates the process of Nutrition Response Testing® to effectively find the source of the health problem and gives us the tools to help you correct it. Health Improvement Program

Our Health Improvement/Nutrition Response Testing® Program requires your commitment to taking charge of your own health and your commitment to following recommendations faithfully in order to optimize your potential health benefits. In order to do this effectively we need to make sure that you are aware of what Nutrition Response Testing® is and upon what we expect of you. If you want to get healthy and stay healthy, and you are ready to take control to restore your health and wellness, then you are a candidate for this program. Nutrition Response Testing is very precise and scientific. However, if you were to be analyzed using Nutrition Response Testing before it was explained to you, you might find it strange, or simply not believable – only because it is probably very different from anything you may have experienced before. Nutrition Response Testing® is a non-invasive system of analyzing the body in order to determine the root cause of ill health. It uses muscle strength testing to communicate with the body’s own innate intelligence to evaluate the body’s response to a broad variety of substances that may be affecting health and function. Through our analysis we are testing your body’s neurological reflexes. These reflexes are the body’s way of telling us what and how the nervous system is doing. We test organs, glands, joints, muscles, etc. The body responds to these procedures reliably and consistently. This feedback is so precise that it opens the door to a safe and lasting recovery, even in cases where everything else has failed. YOUR BODY has the potential to fully repair most anything for itself, given the right nutrients and care. It is very important that you understand what Nutrition Response Testing® is and appreciate how it works. Otherwise, you are less likely to follow through and actually do what you need to do to get well. If you do not follow through, you will not experience the benefits you seek. In Nutrition Response Testing® we do not diagnose or treat disease. There are two parts to the program

Part 1 - Analysis – the assessment of your body’s current health status

*The analysis is done through testing the body’s own neurological reflexes and certain acupuncture points. Nutrition Response Testing® analyzes the different points and areas on the surface of the body that relate to the state of health and to the flow of energy in each and every organ and function of the body.

*The neurological reflexes are derived from the part of the nervous system whose job it is to regulate the functions of each and every organ. The acupuncture points are selected from the ancient Chinese system of acupuncture, which is thousands of years old.

* Each Nutrition Response Testing® reflex represents a specific organ, tissue or function, and it indicates the effect that energy or lack of energy, is having upon the body. By testing these reflexes, we have a system of monitoring your body at each visit that has proven to be extremely accurate clinically and that helps us identify exactly what the body needs and how well we are meeting that need. How Do You Do The Nutrition Response Testing® Analysis? Think about a common medical test called the electrocardiogram [EKG] that is used to test the neuro-electric activity of the heart. Like an EKG but instead of using a machine, the Nutrition Response Testing® practitioner tests the reflex areas through contact with his / her own hand. With the practitioner’s other hand, he / she will test the muscle of your extended arm. If the reflex being contacted is “active” the nervous system will respond by reducing energy to the extended arm and the arm will weaken and drop. This drop signifies underlying stress or dysfunction which can be affecting your health. Part 2 - Implementation – personalized health and nutritional recommendations and supplementation.

*Our next step is to test specific, time-tested and proven, highest-possible quality nutritional formulas against those weak areas, to find which ones bring the reflexes back to strength.

*Decades of clinical experience tell us that when we have found the correct nutritional supplements, as indicated by this procedure, and have worked out a highly personalized nutritional supplement schedule, we have identified the most important first step in correcting the underlying deficiency or imbalance that caused the reflex to be active in the first place. By following the program as precisely as possible, you are well on your way to restoring normal function and improving your health.

*In Nutrition Response Testing® we use Designed Clinical Nutrition to correct the cause of the problem, so that the body can regain the ability to correct itself. What is a Designed Clinical Nutrition? Designed Clinical Nutrition is what it says . . .

*Designed (specially prepared, based on a specific plan)

*Clinical (pertaining to the results gotten in clinical use or actual practice on huge numbers of patients over many years)

*Nutrition (real food, designed by nature to enable the body to repair itself and grow healthfully). Designed Clinical Nutrition is concentrated, whole food in a tablet, capsule, powder or liquid, prepared using a unique manufacturing process that preserves all of the active enzymes and vital components that make it work as Nature intended. These real food supplements have been designed to match the needs of the body, as determined by the positive response shown when tested against the active Nutrition Response Testing® reflexes that were found on your individual Nutrition Response Testing® analysis. These are nutrients you are simply not getting, or not assimilating, in your current diet. Designed Clinical Nutrition does NOT employ Over-The-Counter vitamins. O-T-C vitamins are pharmaceutically engineered chemical fractions of vitamin structures reproduced in a laboratory. O-T-C vitamins are not “genuine replacement parts” as they lack many of the essential elements normally present in WHOLE foods. SUMMARY

Through an analysis of your body’s reflexes, we help you to determine the exact nutrients you need to supplement your diet in order to bring about balance and better health. We make these highly concentrated therapeutic formulations available to you in tablets, capsules, powdered or in liquid form to “supplement” your current diet. That’s why they are called “food supplements.” Depending on your individual situation, we might also require that you make some specific changes in your diet & eating habits and in your routines, in order to bring about the best possible result. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Before scheduling with any practitioner, we encourage you to take a little time to learn who they are, what they do, and...
08/03/2026

Before scheduling with any practitioner, we encourage you to take a little time to learn who they are, what they do, and how they practice.

At NHIC, we have an entire website full of information designed to help you understand exactly what to expect. You’ll find videos explaining muscle testing, patient testimonials, answers to frequently asked questions, details about our services, and information about our team and our philosophy of care.

It’s also important to understand that we are not a medical practice, nor do we claim to be. We are a holistic practice, which means we do not diagnose disease, prescribe medications, or claim to prevent, treat, or cure illness. If you’re coming to NHIC, you are not walking into a traditional medical office.

Instead, we take an individualized approach to wellness because we believe every person is unique. There is no single diet, protocol, supplement, or lifestyle plan that is right for everyone. Our goal is to educate, support, and empower our patients while looking for the factors that may be contributing to the symptoms they are experiencing.

We also believe that healing is a partnership. There is no magic pill, quick fix, or shortcut. Meaningful progress requires commitment, consistency, and a willingness to learn and make changes along the way.

Our office isn’t the right fit for everyone, and that’s perfectly okay.

However, if you’re looking for practitioners who will listen, dig deeper, think differently, and walk alongside you on your journey, we would be honored to help.

Before your first appointment, we encourage you to visit our website, watch our videos, read through our frequently asked questions, and familiarize yourself with our approach so that you feel confident, informed, and prepared from the very beginning. 🤍

08/03/2026

Hello NHIC Family,

We’ve noticed a recent increase in emails and voicemails being sent over the weekend, and we wanted to share a gentle reminder with everyone.

Our team does not monitor emails, voicemails, text messages, or other communication channels outside of normal business hours. If a message is sent after hours on Friday or over the weekend, we won’t receive it until we return to the office on Monday.

We’ve also noticed that, understandably, some messages are being followed up with additional emails or voicemails because a response wasn’t received right away. Please know that this simply means we are closed and spending time at home with our families.

Rest assured that we will address your message as soon as we return to the office.

As always, please remember that NHIC is not an urgent care or emergency facility. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please seek immediate medical attention.

Thank you so much for your patience, respect, understanding, and support of our team.

Nobody ever taught women to eat this way. 🌿 Save this post so you can return to it throughout the month. 🤍Your hormones ...
08/03/2026

Nobody ever taught women to eat this way. 🌿 Save this post so you can return to it throughout the month. 🤍

Your hormones aren’t the same every day of the month, so why would your nutritional needs be?

Throughout your cycle, estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, insulin, and thyroid hormones are constantly shifting. Those changes can affect everything from your energy levels and mood to your sleep, cravings, metabolism, skin, and even your workouts.

✨ Menstrual phase → replenish

✨ Follicular phase → build

✨ Ovulatory phase → support

✨ Luteal phase → nourish

This isn’t about strict rules or striving for perfection. It’s about learning to work with your body instead of against it.

And if you’re struggling with painful periods, migraines, mood swings, fatigue, sleep problems, irregular cycles, infertility, or stubborn weight gain, please remember this:

Your symptoms are not random.

Your body is communicating with you.

This is the exact approach I use with the women I work with every day as we look beyond symptoms and uncover the deeper patterns affecting their hormones.

Tell me: Which phase are you in right now?

Comment HORMONES below, and I’ll send you my free Happy Hormones Guide.

Facebook friends, you’ll find the guide in the comments.

Come see us! We are at The Madison in West Des Moines until 12:30 today.
08/02/2026

Come see us! We are at The Madison in West Des Moines until 12:30 today.

You started a protocol because you wanted to feel better, but instead you ended up with headaches, fatigue, brain fog, b...
08/02/2026

You started a protocol because you wanted to feel better, but instead you ended up with headaches, fatigue, brain fog, bloating, skin breakouts, body aches, congestion, or digestive symptoms.

Now you’re scared to try anything else because the last time you did, you had such a strong reaction.

I hear stories like this all the time.

In fact, I recently spoke with someone who told me she had been reacting to a protocol for ten months.

Ten months.😳

That is not normal, and it certainly isn’t something you should simply have to push through.

More often than not, it tells me that the body wasn’t adequately supported in clearing what needed to be eliminated.

At NHIC, one of the first things we focus on is drainage.

The body is constantly processing toxins, hormones, inflammatory compounds, and the waste products left behind by bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and normal cellular processes. All of that has to go somewhere.

Your liver, kidneys, lymphatic system, skin, and bowels are designed to do that work. But when those pathways become overwhelmed, the body can struggle to keep up.

Think about trying to pour a gallon of water through a tiny funnel. Eventually, everything backs up.

That’s why we don’t simply focus on what we’re trying to remove. We focus just as heavily on making sure the body can eliminate it.

Drainage is one of the reasons our patients are often surprised by how gently we approach healing. We don’t believe suffering is a sign that something is working.

We believe the body should be supported every step of the way.

That’s the NHIC difference.

August Specials!Summer may be winding down, but there’s never been a better time to invest in your health. As children h...
08/01/2026

August Specials!

Summer may be winding down, but there’s never been a better time to invest in your health. As children head back to school and schedules become busier, we’re focusing on helping our community stay healthy, energized, and supported as we head into the fall season.

All August specials are available through August 31st.

✨ Extended New Patient Special

By popular demand, we are extending our $187 new patient or restart consultations, testing, and MVX+ bloodwork special through August 31st.

In addition, all new patients who enroll in our upgraded muscle testing and functional bloodwork membership program after their initial consultation during August will receive:

• A complimentary custom flower essence blend

• A complimentary Body Code session

This offer is valid only during August and is not retroactive.



🍎 Back-to-School Special

We’re excited to continue offering our popular back-to-school special for children.

• New consultations or restarts for children under 18: $99



👩‍🏫 Teacher Appreciation Savings

Teachers receive 10% off all service packages as a small way of saying thank you for all you do.

This includes:

• New patient memberships

• Maintenance packages

• Detox packages, including our sauna, salt room, PEMF, red light therapy, vibration plate, and ionic foot detox services



🛡️ Back-to-School Immune System Checks

Prepare your family for the busy fall season with an immune system check designed to identify areas of support and help strengthen overall wellness.

This special includes the appointment and personalized recommendations. Supplements are available separately.

• Adults: $95

• Children: $75



🔬 Live Blood Analysis Special (Local Patients Only)

Our popular live blood analysis special has also been extended.

Special price: $247

All offers expire August 31st and are not retroactive.

Appointments are filling quickly, and several of these offers are available only through the end of August.

If you’re ready to get started, we’d love to help.

📞 515-809-8747

📧 [email protected]

📍 Waukee, Iowa

Your body was designed to heal. Sometimes it simply needs the right support. ✨

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☀️ AUGUST SPECIALS 🍎By popular demand, we’re extending our $187 new patient consultation, testing, and MVX+ bloodwork sp...
08/01/2026

☀️ AUGUST SPECIALS 🍎

By popular demand, we’re extending our $187 new patient consultation, testing, and MVX+ bloodwork special through August 31st!

✨ Plus, all new patients who enroll in our upgraded muscle testing and functional bloodwork membership program after their initial consultation appointment in August will receive:

• A FREE custom flower essence blend

• A FREE Body Code session

(Offer valid during August only and is not retroactive.)

🍎 Back-to-school specials

• New child under 18 consultations or restarts: $99

👩‍🏫 Teacher appreciation special

Teachers receive 10% off all service packages, including:

• New patient memberships

• Maintenance packages

• Detox packages for our sauna, salt room, PEMF, red light, vibration plate, and ionic foot detox

🛡️ Immune system checks for back to school - includes the visit and recommendations. Supplements sold separately.

• Adults: $95

• Children: $75

🔬 Our live blood analysis special has also been extended (local patients only). $247

Appointments are limited, so don’t wait!

Questions? Email [email protected]

📞 515-809-8747
📍 Waukee, Iowa

Practitioners, can I say something that might be a little controversial?I think we’ve been taught to think about hormone...
08/01/2026

Practitioners, can I say something that might be a little controversial?

I think we’ve been taught to think about hormones all wrong.

Somewhere along the way, we started separating the body into neat little systems.

The thyroid over here.

The adrenals over there.

The gut somewhere else.

The immune system in another corner.

Then we wonder why people aren’t getting better.

Hormones don’t exist in a vacuum.

A thyroid problem may not actually be a thyroid problem.

An estrogen problem may not actually be an estrogen problem.

Fatigue may not be a hormone problem at all.

What if the answer is inflammation?

What if it’s hidden infections?

What if it’s blood sugar dysregulation?

What if it’s environmental toxins?

What if it’s the gut?

What if it’s mitochondrial dysfunction?

What if it’s stress?

The body is constantly communicating with itself. The challenge is learning how to listen.

That’s exactly why I partnered with Premier Research Labs and created the Beyond Hormones Intensive.

On August 29 in West Des Moines, we’ll spend an entire day learning how to step back, connect the dots, identify patterns, and uncover the root causes that keep people stuck.

This isn’t theory.

This isn’t a collection of trendy protocols.

This is the culmination of years of experience, thousands of patient encounters, and countless lessons learned.

And I cannot wait to share it with you.

Here is the registration link!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-hormones-root-cause-endocrine-intensive-tickets-1991711492690?utm

❤ Dr. Sarah Outlaw

P.S. If you’ve ever looked at a patient’s lab work and thought, “I know I’m missing something,” this seminar was created for you.

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