BIOLOGICAL TERRAIN (BTA)
The Science of the Cellular Environment
What is the science of Biological Terrain?  The science of Biological Terrain involves the study of the cells in the human body and the interstitial fluid environment that nourishes those cells.  Biological Terrain clinicians closely monitor the Biological Terrain or cellular environment through assessing urine and saliva.   Specific values within these biological fluids offer valuable information that may help identify the underlying factors that may be contributing to cellular stress.

Dr. Claude Bernard, a French physiologist developed the theory of Biological Terrain over 100 years ago.  He believed that most illness was caused by imbalances in the body's interstitial cellular environment that he called the "Milieu Interior" or Biological Terrain.  It was his belief that disturbances in this cellular environment affected the integrity of the body's cells. This, in turn, compromised the immune system's ability to fight disease and maintain health.  This theory later developed into the science that we know today as Biological Terrain.

In the years since Dr. Bernard introduced his theory, the concept of Biological Terrain has become a widely-accepted and reputable term of science recognized by researchers, health care practitioners and nutritionists all over the world.   Its biochemical and nutritional concepts have extensive application for all types of research and health care assessment.

What is the Role of the Biological Terrain in the human body?  The Biological Terrain has many important functions.  This interstitial fluid environment is responsible for delivering nutrients to every cell in the human body.  The electrolytes, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, hormones and fluid within the Biological Terrain enables the body's 100 trillion cells to perform all of their vital functions of maintaining life and health.

In addition to supplying nutrition to the body's cells, the Biological Terrain is also responsible for carrying energy-rich substances throughout the body for the production of energy or ATP.  ATP is the form of energy that is needed to carry out most actions and reactions in the body.

A third important function of the Biological Terrain involves the movement of minerals from the cells of filtering and disposal by the body.  These minerals enter the body's biological fluids of blood, urine, lymphatic fluid and saliva.  These fluids serve as indicators of what has been released from within the cells.  If the critical balance of pH, nutrient or mineral levels or hydration within the Biological Terrain becomes disturbed or damaged, cellular stress may result.  Over time, this may contribute to the development of poor health and increased susceptibility to the effects of opportunistic organisms such as bacteria and viruses.  Monitoring the Biological Terrain provides an inside look at the vital biochemical functions that contribute to maintaining strength and vitality in the body.

When cells live in a healthy Biological Terrain with balanced pH, nutrient and hydration levels, they will thrive.  They may also be better equipped to resist the effects of damaging organisms such as bacteria, viruses and fungi.

What factors can create imbalances in the Biological Terrain?  The body and its cells have been created with many complex biochemical systems to handle stress and maintain balance in the body.   Prolonged exposure to such factors as excessive stress, poor diet, too little sleep, certain drugs, alcohol & smoking, poisons, chemical and toxins in the air, food, water and environment, however, can create biochemical stress.  These factors can create deficiencies and excesses that can severely affect the integrity of the Biological Terrain.  A compromised terrain environment, in turn, is less equipped to support the health of the trillions of cells that rely upon it for nourishment and support.

"A certain amount of stress is necessary for life.  Chronic stress and prolonged exposure to such factors as poor diet and environmental toxins creates disturbances in the critical balance of the Biological Terrain.  These imbalances can affect the overall health and vitality of the cellular environment."
Dr. Robert Greenberg, Inventor of the BTA-S100™

How is the Biological Terrain monitored?  A computerized device called the BTA-S100™ is used to monitor the body's Biological Terrain.  Following a 12-hour fast, first morning urine and saliva specimans are assessed by the instrument.

What does the BTA-S100™ measure?
The BTA-S100™ measures the following values:

pH
This is a measurement of the alkalinity or acidity of the body's fluids.   Proper food digestion and absorption, enzyme activation and binding of hormones with their receptor sites are all dependent upon very specific pH levels.

Redox
This measurement provides data regarding the ORP or level of electrons in the fluids.  Specific levels of electrons are necessary in order for the body to produce energy or ATP.

Resistivity
This value is a measurement of the level of minerals in the fluids.   Critical levels of minerals are needed by the body to carry out its many functions.   Levels that are too high or too low can contribute to demineralization, stagnation or congestion, all of which can interfere with the cells' abilities to function optimally.

The BTA™ also tests DRINKING WATER!
Is the water that you are drinking meeting the biochemical requirements of your body?  Simply notify your Biological Terrain clinician that you would like to bring in a sample of your drinking water when you have your BTA™ test.  Determine its pH, redox and resistivity values.

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