How Much Does Nutrition Response Testing Cost?

Dr. Donna Sergi, Licensed Nutrition Response Practitioner • Sep 11, 2020

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You have a chronic health condition or conditions, and conventional medicine just doesn’t seem to be helping.

Maybe your health issues have even started interrupting other parts of your life, such as:

  • Work
  • Family life
  • And personal finances

We understand, and we’re here to help.

This guide shares:

  1. What Nutrition Response Testing is
  2. How it works; and
  3. How much it costs

Table of Contents

What Is Nutrition Response Testing?

Nutrition Response Testing, also known as Nutritional Response Therapy , is a method of finding the cause of a symptom or symptoms and treating them without traditional medication.

Such symptoms include:

  • Digestive health
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Thyroid dysfunction
  • Hot flashes
  • And more

How is Nutrition Response Testing used differently than traditional medical tests to find and treat these symptoms?

A medical test usually relies on the symptoms of a disease or health condition to be well developed before being able to detect it.

Nutritional Response Testing, on the other hand , can provide the doctor a chance to catch the symptoms of malfunction earlier on before they’ve become severe.

This can save you from worsening symptoms that may need more invasive treatment in the future.

How Does Nutrition Response Testing Work?

You might wonder, “ What does the Nutrition Response Testing process look like?

Your first visit will be a non-invasive, initial assessment for your organs.

“W hy do I need to have all my organs assessed? That sounds complicated.

Don’t worry. It’s not.

We assess each organ to pinpoint where your symptoms are stemming from. The strength of a specific reflex for each corresponding organ will be monitored one at a time during the testing.

Since the strength of your reflex is directly connected to the overall health of its corresponding organ , we can see which organs aren’t functioning properly.

And those symptoms you keep experiencing?

They’re coming from the organ or organs that are weakened by:

  • A food sensitivity
  • Nutrient deficiency
  • Or a toxic substance

But wait.

How do we know which stressor is the reason for your symptoms?

During your visit, you’ll hold upwards of 200 small glass bottles (one at a time) in your hand.

Each bottle contains a different substance that might be the underlying cause of your symptoms or health problem.

Some examples of the substances tested for are:
  • Toxic metals like mercury and aluminum
  • Parabens from soaps, shampoos, etc.
  • Foods such as gluten, eggs, and milk
  • Immune-compromising substances like bacteria, viruses, and fungi
Once we’ve identified the cause for your health issues , we can determine the best plan of action to get your body back in working order.

What Can You Expect From Nutrition Response Testing?

You might wonder “ Is Nutrition Response Therapy testing accurate? ” or “ How long does it take to start seeing results?

The time it takes to notice positive changes differs from one patient to the next. Each body responds differently.

However, if you adhere to your program correctly you can start to notice those positive changes within 4-6 weeks from the start of your treatment.

What does this mean for you?

If your testing results show that you need to take certain supplements while sticking to a whole foods diet , for example, you won’t see results in the first 4-6 weeks if you don’t stay on track with those recommendations.

Personalized Treatment Plans Based On Your Unique Situation

Imagine…

You go to a different office that provides testing for various health issues. Your appointment is to run some tests for your thyroid.

Another patient goes to that same office to be tested for hot flashes.

Two different issues. Yet the medical professional gives you the same treatment plan as the other person.

That doesn’t sound very beneficial.

Which is why at HealthierU, we provide each patient with a custom-designed program to treat and cure their symptoms.

The regimen you’re given depends on what your health issue is and how it needs to be treated. Your custom treatment will include a combination of the following:

  • Nutrition
  • Whole food supplementation
  • Lifestyle recommendations

Since the treatment plans aren’t “one size fits all,” does that mean Nutrition Response Testing costs from one person to the next can vary?

Read on to learn more.

How Much Does Nutrition Response Testing Cost?

Since treatment plans are custom-tailored to each patient, Nutrition Response Testing cost depends on your specific needs.

While contemplating the testing cost , consider this:

Switching your diet and using supplements to reach full health is much cheaper than medical bills that continue to stack up because of health conditions.

And it’s most likely a lot less invasive than some medical treatments you could need if your symptoms persist.

For example , if you’re suffering from severe acne that won’t go away, you run the risk of facial scarring.

The cost for plastic surgery to clear the acne scars would be much more expensive than finding the cause of your acne and clearing it up naturally.

For a price breakdown, there are certain factors that go into the total cost of your NRT treatment. Here are a few:

Cost of Supplements

Think about this:

You come in for Nutrition Response Testing, and it turns out you have issues with, say, a hormonal imbalance.

You’re recommended to take certain supplements to help the underlying cause of that imbalance.

And it works.

Instead of spending money on endless doctor visits, you can use a portion of your money to cover the cost of natural supplements.

Why is this better?

The supplements can boost your overall health and target your specific health issuesas opposed to paying for a prescription that only treats the symptom, but not the cause.

Cost of A Whole Foods Diet

Whole foods have a plethora of benefits for your body. If you have a nutrient deficiency, it’s possible you’re not eating enough of a whole foods diet.

Consider this:

You’re at the grocery store, and you’re scanning through all the whole foods. It’s all pricier compared to the other food options in the store.

But what’s more expensive, whole foods or medical expenses?

When you think about it this way , spending a little more on healthier food options can actually save you money in the long run by:


  • Improving your overall health
  • Reducing your number of doctor visits

Common Issues We Help Resolve Through Nutrition Response Testing

As mentioned before, Nutrition Response Testing is followed by a unique regimen of whole food supplementation, nutrition, and lifestyle recommendations that all work together to let your body heal.

And remember:

Your body is different from anyone else’s. You might see results in as little as four weeks, but it might take up to six weeks, or more, depending on how your body responds to your treatment plan.

For this reason, consistency is ke y if you want to see and feel positive results.

But what issues does Nutrition Response Testing help resolve?

Here are a few of the most common symptoms we see in our patients:

Acid Reflux/GERD

Do you find yourself avoiding certain foods or spices for fear that your acid reflux will flare up?

Acid reflux ( heartburn ) and GERD ( gastroesophageal reflux disease ) aren’t meant to be treated by over the counter antacids and prescription medications for the long term.

With Nutrition Response Testing, we rectify the problem, not the symptom.

We’ll find the cause of your acid reflux or GERD and create a plan that you can follow to get your body back to working order.

Acne

If you have acne that’s left unchecked, you could experience

  • Facial scarring
  • Uneven patches of skin
  • Frequent or constant breakouts
  • And more

Acne is caused by something on the inside, so using topical treatments for acne is only going to help temporarily.

With Nutrition Response Testing, we can determine the cause of your acne and develop a plan to get rid of your breakouts permanently.

When your complexion is finally cleared up, you can have the confidence back that you may have been missing.

Candida

Everyone has some form of candidaa type of fungus –in their body.

If you have a healthy immune system, you shouldn’t have to worry about the candida in your body getting out of hand.

But if you have a health condition that’s causing the candida to multiply, it can cause a variety of different symptoms that negatively affect your body.

Perhaps you’re suffering from:

  • Low stomach acid production
  • Mineral deficiencies
  • A decreased immune system
  • Or another ailment that causes yeast overgrowth

Nutrition Response Testing can uncover the cause of your candida , giving us here at HealthierU the chance to create an action plan to treat the problem and clear it up for good.

And know this: Candida isn’t something you want left unchecked.

If you suspect you might have overactive candida that’s wreaking havoc on your body, call HealthierU today to schedule a consultation.

Digestive Health

Poor digestive health can lead to many negative symptoms, such as:

  • Celiac Disease
  • Crohn’s Disease
  • Gastritis
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • And other gastrointestinal issues

Think about it this way:

Jill suffers from frequent heartburn, and there doesn’t seem to be a specific trigger food.

She’s tired of wondering if her next meal could lead to that awful pain that sometimes goes all the way up into her sinuses.

She pops a couple of antacids when she feels it coming on, but it doesn’t even get rid of the symptoms completely.

What Jill needs are answers.

Why is she so prone to heartburn? What’s the real cause for her digestive system to react in such a way?

Luckily, Nutrition Response Testing can find those answers.

Not only that, but we can also use those answers to design a treatment plan to eliminate the negative digestive health issues.

Don’t see the symptom you’re looking for?

Visit our Nutrition Response Testing page for a more in-depth list of the symptoms we test for.

How Do I Know If Nutrition Response Testing Is Right For Me?

Still unsure if Nutrition Response Testing is what your body needs to heal?

We understand.

That’s why here at HealthierU, we offer a free consultation.

You can ask questions, and we can assess whether or not you’re a good candidate for the testing. Our main priority is getting you the treatment you need to allow your body the chance to heal.

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