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!

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.

You are invited!Mommy & Daddy Muscle Testing Workshop📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST📍 Natural He...
06/17/2026

You are invited!

Mommy & Daddy Muscle Testing Workshop

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST
📍 Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines (Waukee) + Virtual Option Available
💲 $127 per person

Ever wish your body could tell you exactly what it likes… and what it doesn’t?

Good news. It can.

I’m bringing back one of my most requested classes: Mommy & Daddy Muscle Testing Workshop.

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed for parents and health-conscious individuals who want to learn practical muscle testing skills they can use at home right away.

You’ll Learn:

✔ What muscle testing is and how it works

✔ How to muscle test yourself

✔ How to muscle test your children and family members

✔ How to test foods, supplements, and personal care products

✔ How to make more confident decisions while grocery shopping

✔ How to use muscle testing when choosing meals at restaurants

✔ The basics of in-person and virtual muscle testing

✔ Common mistakes and troubleshooting tips

✔ Real-life applications for everyday wellness

Who Should Attend?

* Parents
* Homeschool families
* Grandparents
* Health-conscious individuals
* Pet owners
* Practitioners wanting a beginner foundation

No prior experience is required.

What to Bring

* A notebook and pen
* A snack if desired
* A willingness to learn and practice

Tea and water will be provided for in-person attendees.
Have you ever wondered how some practitioners seem to get clearer answers when evaluating foods, supplements, or everyday wellness choices?

Join Dr. Sarah Outlaw for this hands-on workshop and learn the foundational muscle testing techniques she has used for years in clinical practice.

You’ll leave with practical skills you can begin using immediately for yourself and your family.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST
📍 In Person or Virtual
💲 $127

Register here: l.bttr.to/kK6Uj
In-person space is limited.

Check out our event on Saturday, Sep 12, 2026.

Click here for event details from Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines!

Hydration is Foundational to Your Health!If you’ve been around here for any length of time, you’ve probably heard me tal...
06/17/2026

Hydration is Foundational to Your Health!

If you’ve been around here for any length of time, you’ve probably heard me talk about how hydration is one of the most overlooked pieces of the health puzzle.

Most people think hydration means drinking more water.

It doesn’t.

In fact, some of the most dehydrated people I see on bloodwork are the ones drinking the most water.

Why?

Because hydration isn’t just about water. It’s about minerals and electrolytes.

Your cells need electrolytes like sodium, potassium, magnesium, and trace minerals to actually pull water into the cell where it belongs. Without those minerals, you’re often just flushing nutrients out of your body and sending that water right back out.

That’s why simply forcing down a gallon of water a day isn’t necessarily the answer. Our bodies weren’t designed to endlessly chug water without replenishing the minerals that help us utilize it.

This is exactly why I love MAKE Wellness Hydrated.

Hydrated is more than just an electrolyte drink. It helps support:

✔ Cellular hydration
✔ Energy production
✔ Mental clarity and focus
✔ Exercise recovery
✔ Healthy muscle function
✔ Overall wellness and performance

And today, one of my absolute favorite flavors is making a return.

🍍 Pineapple Hydrated

The Limited Edition Pineapple Hydrated launches today online only at 4 PM CST.

If you missed it last time, it sold out in just a few hours.

The flavor is incredibly fresh, light, and natural tasting. It’s not overly sweet or artificial. It tastes like real pineapple and has quickly become a favorite in our house.

My kids love it.

I love it.

And it mixes beautifully with both versions of Fit:

🍍 Pineapple Hydrated + Original Fit

🥥🍍 Pineapple Hydrated + Pineapple Coconut Fit (the caffeine-free version)

Both combinations are fantastic for summer.

If you’ve been looking for a simple way to support your hydration, especially during these hot months, this is one of the easiest upgrades you can make.

Order Here Starting at 3 PM CST

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Use code:

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Pro Tip

If your order totals $100 or more, move it into a Subscribe & Save order.

As long as one item in the cart is a regular product (not a limited-edition item), you’ll qualify for free shipping.

The additional item will simply ship with your next scheduled order, and you can adjust or cancel that subscription anytime.

With how quickly the limited flavor Hydrated sold out last time, I wouldn’t wait if you’ve been wanting to try it.

Happy Hydrating!

Dr. Sarah Outlaw, BCDHH, MH, MSACN
Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines

Click here for an update from Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines!

06/17/2026

Drink a gallon of water a day and still feel dehydrated?
There’s a reason for that. ⬇️

📣 New Patient & Restart Appointments Available Next Week!We’ve completely filled our new patient openings for this week,...
06/17/2026

📣 New Patient & Restart Appointments Available Next Week!

We’ve completely filled our new patient openings for this week, so we’ve opened additional appointment slots for next week and are extending our Summer Special for ONE MORE WEEK!

🌿 Initial Consultation + Testing + FREE MVX Plus Test
💲 Just $187

Available Appointments (CST):

✅ Tuesday, June 23 – Afternoon (In-Person or Virtual)
✅ Wednesday – 2:00 PM Virtual
✅ Thursday – Afternoon (In-Person or Virtual)
✅ Friday – 9:00 AM–12:00 PM New Patient Appointments

If you’ve been struggling with:

• Fatigue or low energy
• Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
• Brain fog or poor focus
• Hormone imbalances
• Digestive issues
• Anxiety or mood changes
• Sleep problems
• Chronic inflammation
• Lyme, mold, parasites, or mystery symptoms
• Feeling like something is off but your labs keep coming back “normal”

This is exactly why people have been calling us.

Your FREE MVX Plus Test looks at key markers related to metabolism, inflammation, nutrient status, blood sugar regulation, and overall metabolic stress. It often helps us identify patterns that may be contributing to symptoms long before they become obvious on standard testing.

The goal isn’t to chase symptoms. It’s to understand WHY your body is struggling and create a personalized plan to help get you back on track.

We’ll also be at the PepperHarrow Lavender Festival Friday and Saturday, and these appointments may fill before the weekend is over.

If you’ve been thinking about getting answers, now is the time.

📞 Call or text 515-809-8747 to reserve your appointment.

📍 In-person in Waukee, Iowa
💻 Virtual appointments available nationwide

Offer ends June 30.

06/16/2026

Free Lyme+ webinar tonight!⬇️

🚨 SUMMER SPECIAL THROUGH JUNE 30 🚨 Includes testing! Your labs are “normal”, but you still feel terrible?Exhausted. Brai...
06/16/2026

🚨 SUMMER SPECIAL THROUGH JUNE 30 🚨 Includes testing!

Your labs are “normal”, but you still feel terrible?

Exhausted. Brain fog. Hormones all over the place. Anxiety. Weight gain. Digestive issues. Poor sleep. Chronic inflammation. Just not feeling like yourself.

If this sounds familiar, this may be exactly what you’ve been needing.

For a limited time, I’m offering a Root Cause Consultation + MVX Plus Blood Test package for just $187.

💰 Normally $434

✔️ Initial Root Cause Consultation (normally $299)
✔️ MVX Plus Blood Testing INCLUDED (normally $135)
✔️ Results review of your findings and recommendations related to your MVX results

So what is the MVX test?

🩸 The MVX Plus Blood Test helps us look deeper at:

✔️ Metabolic Vulnerability
✔️ Inflammation
✔️ Metabolic Malnutrition

In simple terms, it helps us identify areas where your body may be struggling beneath the surface and why you may not be feeling your best.

This can be incredibly helpful if you’re struggling with:

• Fatigue & burnout
• Hormone imbalance/perimenopause
• Brain fog & poor focus
• Anxiety or mood shifts
• Weight that won’t budge
• Blood sugar issues/cravings
• Digestive concerns
• Chronic inflammation
• Autoimmune patterns
• Mystery symptoms

📋 Once your results are back, we’ll review everything together and discuss what your findings mean, recommendations related to your MVX results, and what working together could look like if ongoing support is needed.

Ongoing programs and care are separate and only for those who decide they want continued support.

📌 Important details:
• $187 payment required in advance
• Must be near a LabCorp location
• We order your bloodwork requisition immediately
• Available for new patients + restarts (3+ months off program/supplements)

⏳ Ends June 30. Spots are limited.

📲 Text 515-809-8747 or send us a message to claim your spot.

06/15/2026

Free Lyme workshop! ⬇️

06/15/2026

Still chasing symptoms and not getting answers? 👇

One of the biggest misconceptions about what I do is that it’s “just nutrition” or “just coaching.”

It’s so much deeper than that.

At Natural Health Improvement Center, we don’t just throw supplements at symptoms or guess what’s going on.

We dig for the WHY.

Why are you exhausted?
Why are your hormones off?
Why can’t you lose weight?
Why do you have anxiety, brain fog, gut issues, inflammation, chronic symptoms, or feel like something is just “off” even when your labs come back “normal”?

We look at the body as a whole and work to identify underlying stressors and imbalances that may be contributing to symptoms including things like infections, pathogens, gut dysfunction, mold exposure, nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, metabolic dysfunction, toxicity, blood sugar imbalances, stress, hormones, and more.

One of the tools we use is advanced muscle testing, both in person and virtually.

No, it’s not guesswork.

It’s a functional assessment tool that helps us gather information about what your body may be stressed by and what systems may need support. Combined with functional bloodwork analysis, health history, symptoms, and other testing, it helps us create a personalized roadmap for your health.

Because common does not mean normal.

You shouldn’t have to keep guessing, feel dismissed, or spend years grasping at straws trying random supplements hoping something sticks.

✨ If you’ve been wondering if we’re the right fit to help you, let’s talk.

You can book a FREE discovery call with me to see if working together makes sense for your unique case.

And don’t forget, our June Special is happening now through June 30th and includes our Metabolic Vulnerability Index (MVX Plus) blood test, a powerful way to look at inflammation, metabolic stress, nutritional vulnerabilities, and patterns that may be affecting how you feel.

There is help. You don’t have to figure this out alone.

📲 Call or text 515-809-8747 to schedule your free discovery call or send us a DM with the word ROOTCAUSE and we’ll get you started.

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95 NE Dartmoor Drive
Waukee, IA
50263

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Monday 1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

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