The Organic Acid Test (OAT) is one of the best tests to look at your overall health - specifically your digestive system, nutrients, longevity, energy and brain. 

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The OAT test provides comprehensive information that you cannot get from blood work.  This is a urine test that looks at over 70 different markers that provides actionable information.

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Gut Function.

• Unlike stool tests the OAT looks at all parts of your GI system: stomach, small intestines and colon.

• Evaluates Mold, Candida and Fungal Overgrowth

• Pathogenic Bacteria and Beneficial Bacteria

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Oxalates

• Oxalates are commonly associated with kidney stones but elevated oxalates in the body are also a very common source of joint and muscle pain, fatigue, and mitochondrial damage.

 

Neurotransmitters

• The OAT measures dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine metabolites. Specific imbalances can be seen with ADD/ADHD, depression and anxiety. 

• Also examined are markers related to inflammation in the brain. This can be seen with memory problems and brain fog.

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Mitochondria

• Healthy mitochondria are critical for overall health. Many different factors including gut pathogens, nutrient deficiencies, toxins, etc. damage mitochondria which result in decreased energy production. Every biological system in the body needs healthy mitochondria to maintain health. 

• A very important part of the mitochondria testing is the determine your ability to actually use fats for energy. With many people going low carb or a ketogenic diet, fats become the main source of energy. The OAT shows whether you are able to shuttle fats into the mitochondria to make ATP energy.

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Micronutrient and Antioxidant Testing

• The OAT is one of the best tests to asses intracellular level of B vitamins. Blood work shows the amount of B vitamins in the blood which does not tell you if these vitamins are getting inside your cells.

• Low B Vitamin markers are often out of range with hormone imbalances, detoxification issues, poor utilization of oxygen resulting in weight and fatigue issues and many other health concerns. 

• CoQ10 is also evaluated. Having high levels of this antioxidant are very important for the creation of ATP in the mitochondria as well as to decease oxidative stress.

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Detoxification and Glutathione

• Glutathione is your body's master detoxifier and antioxidant. Maintaining optimal levels is absolutely essential for health and for healthy aging.

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