The body's metabolism is a complex function. It breaks down the foods you eat into energy, and the nutrients and acids that your body doesn't need pass out of the body.
However, the body's metabolic processes can falter, causing poor gut health and leading to a number of chronic conditions. How do you know if your metabolism is working correctly? An Organic Acids Test (OAT) is an excellent option to discover what's happening in your body.
Dr. Inga Zilberstein is an experienced OB/GYN who provides personalized medicine, including organic acids testing, at her practice in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York. She takes a whole-body approach to helping you feel your best. If you’re considering an OAT, here’s what you need to know.
Have you been unwell, or have you tried to lose weight in every way possible without success? Perhaps you want to get a better picture of your overall health. An organic acids test may be just what you're looking for.
OAT offers a way to determine your metabolic status through a simple urine sample. It provides information that shows Dr. Zilberstein how your body turns proteins, fats, and carbs into energy. It identifies your nutritional needs, and it can help you better control certain chronic conditions, such as:
The test measures the organic acids and the wastes the body excretes through urine after metabolic processes. The organic acids your body produces show specific chemical indicators that point to faults in the biochemical balance within the gut.
You only need to do a little preparation for an OAT. Dr. Zilberstein explains the take-home test to ensure you know what to expect and how to prepare. You should thoroughly read the instructions, as following the test's specific rules is crucial to ensure your results are accurate.
In addition to certain foods or drinks, some medications may interfere with the test results. Tell Dr. Zilberstein about any medications or supplements you're taking to avoid tainting your urine sample. She may have you stop certain medications or supplements a few days before the test, but only do so with her OK.
Women should avoid taking the test during their menstrual cycle. Reschedule your test if you have your period. If you're sick or not feeling well, talk to Dr. Zilberstein to determine if you should wait to perform the test.
Collect your urine specimen first thing in the morning, before you eat or drink anything, because that’s when your sample will be most concentrated.
Some foods and drinks interfere with the organic acids in your system, which could give false positives to certain results of your urine test. For the best results, abstain from consuming these foods and drinks for at least 48 hours before giving the urine sample:
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact our office.
When Dr. Zilberstein receives your test results, she works with you to develop a plan to address chronic conditions that have been troubling you and to boost your overall health.
OAT helps reveal the truth behind your body's metabolism. You can schedule your organic acids test by calling our office in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York, or requesting a consultation with Dr. Zilberstein through the website.
