Stress is a major factor that can affect your hormones, weight, mood, fatigue, and your immune system. Constant stress can deplete your cortisol, adrenaline and DHEA levels.
Blood sugar imbalances are closely tied to Fatigue, weight gain, cravings, mood swings, ADD/ADHD, etc. are closely tied to blood sugar imbalances. The constant rise and fall will interfere with weight loss and energy levels, which can eventually lead to diabetes.
Bloating, indigestion, heartburn and other irritable bowel problems lead to irritation and inflammation of our intestinal system. This inhibits the proper absorption of our nutrients and leads to food allergies, candida, yeast overgrowth and other degenerative and autoimmune problems.
Our metabolism, mood, sleep, thoughts, and ability to rest are controlled by hormones and brain messengers. These hormones and brain messengers are regulated by Stress and Diet.
Poor elimination and the buildup of toxins in our body is a major problem and leads to many health problems from constipation, headaches, allergies, acne ... even autoimmune and degenerative problems.
Use the tests to chart your current health situation and take them every other week as you follow the ARS Healthy Steps Program for the next 30, 60 and 90 days.