Integra Bio-Terrain

What Is Biological Terrain?

The origins of ‘biological terrain” can be traced to the work of a French professor Louis Claude Vincent. By looking at the parameters of pH (acidity vs. alkalinity), free radical activity (oxidation), and the mineral status of the body, he was able to give important insight into the health of the human “soil” (body fluids). Just as the farmer needs healthy soil to grow crops, we need a balance in our own soil to achieve optimal health and function.

In Chinese medicine there is a theory called “the root vs. the branch.” If one treats the root they will always affect the leaves and the branch. Biological terrain addresses the soil in which the root rests. If the soil is good and healthy, the root will draw the right nutrients and become balanced. In the same manner, if our body’s soil is healthy and balanced, we will be free and better prepared to deal with the effects of chronic imbalances.

 Why is the Integra Bio-Terrain so Unique?

The Integra Bio-Terrain System is a collection of over 15 important tests specially selected to reveal the status of the nutritional and biological terrain.  It is a one- of -a -kind evaluation system, comprehensive and affordable. In this system the pH, intestinal health, free radical activity, the status of specific minerals and vitamins, and much more can be checked and prioritized for an effective course of action. Another important benefit is that there is little or no waiting for results.  You get them at the time of the appointment.

What tests are run with the Bio-Terrain?

Adrenal Stress Test:

This is a specialized urine test that measures the amount of chloride displaced into the urine. Excess chloride in the urine is a reliable measurement of adrenal stress or adrenal fatigue. Adrenal stress is now a major health challenge and results from our fast paces life-styles.

Zinc Taste Test:

Zinc is without a doubt the most deficient mineral in the American diet. It is an important mineral for enzyme production and essential cofactor of the immune and reproductive systems. Over 90% of patients show signs of zinc insufficiency. This simple test will instantly indicate your zinc status. A person with zinc deficiency may experience little or no taste of the test solution (zinc sulphate).

Malabsorption Test:

This urine test allows your doctor to screen you for the byproducts of harmful anaerobic bacteria and bowel dysbiosis. Dysbiosis is a condition caused by a decline in the population of beneficial digestive bacteria. This can lead to malabsorption, digestive disturbances, allergies and inflammatory symptoms.

Calcium Urine Test:

Calcium is an essential mineral for many cellular functions, as well as for healthy bone development. This test looks at the levels of calcium in the urine and its significance. Moreover, this test can also be a possible indicator for disease related to calcium deficiency.

Free Radical Test:

Free radical damage can lead to cell degeneration, initiating a host of chronic diseases and acceleration in the aging process. The Oxidata test measures free radical activity byproducts (malondialdehydes or MDA) in urine, providing an accurate assessment of free radical levels.

Chemstrip Urine Test:

This is a quick, in-office dipstick test that measures 10 separate urine categories. This test is used to screen for nutritional imbalances that can contribute to serious health problems including tissue degeneration, liver and kidney disorders, and chronic disease. In addition to these tests, the color, clarity and odor of the urine can give us important insights about our internal biochemistry.

Saliva pH test:

The Saliva pH Test helps your doctor to detect deep levels of physical and mental stress. When highly stressed, the body becomes acidic, which in turn displaces valuable alkaline minerals.

Vitamin C Test:

Vitamin C is crucial to the health of the immune system, vascular system, and connective tissue, and is a powerful antioxidant. It is also an essential cofactor in many metabolic processes. This quick urine test will conveniently determine your vitamin C status.

Mineral Salts - Electrolytes:

Mineral salt compounds can destroy tissue, over-stimulate the nervous system, and threaten the health of the heart. This test will identify the levels of mineral salts. People with decreased mineral salts tend to be more fatigued, anemic and have weak energy or dull chi (oriental medicine). They tend to be prone to cold temperatures and lower blood pressure. On the other hand, high electrolyte types tend to have more oxidation, higher blood pressure and stress, which can lead to hypertension and cardiac stress.

Urinary Sugars Test:

Sugar metabolism is tremendously important with regard to the body's ability to access the appropriate energy production pathways. Without proper glycemic control, energy will fluctuate. This measurement is for total urinary sugars, not just glucose. Urinary sugars are tested to measure both high and low levels in the body.

Ureas: Nitrates & Ammonias:

This test will accurately measure Ureas, which are waste products left over from normal chemical reactions in the body. High amounts of these byproducts can burden the liver and kidneys over time. Weak kidney and liver function are foundational in many chronic conditions.

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