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 health?

*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.

✨ Wellness Wednesday ✨Before coming to NHIC, M.R. struggled with constant pain, daily headaches, dizziness, and the frus...
08/20/2025

✨ Wellness Wednesday ✨

Before coming to NHIC, M.R. struggled with constant pain, daily headaches, dizziness, and the frustration of being dismissed by doctors who couldn’t find answers.

After starting care at NHIC, everything changed. From day one, we worked to uncover the root causes of her symptoms and create a personalized path forward. Today, she is pain-free, healthy, strong, and thriving! A completely different person than when she first walked through our doors.

Stories like this are why we do what we do at the Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines.

💚 Ready to take the first step toward your own health transformation? Send us a message or visit us to learn more about becoming a patient.

- Dr. Sarah Outlaw, NHIC Des Moines

08/20/2025

Wow! What an incredible webinar tonight on the nervous system and vagus nerve! Absolutely fantastic! If you missed it and want the replay, comment and I’ll send it to you!

We just had to share!It’s that time of year again already! NHIC is here to help you and your family start the school yea...
08/19/2025

We just had to share!

It’s that time of year again already! NHIC is here to help you and your family start the school year strong, healthy, and energized. Take advantage of our special August savings before they’re gone!



✨ Back-to-School Patient Specials
• Teachers: Just $99 for new patient initial consultations or restarts.
• Students: Just $99 for new patient initial consultations.
• Regular Summer Sale Pricing: $175 for new adult patients, $99 for kids.



🍎 Teacher Appreciation Savings

✅ 10% off all service packages for teachers!
This includes:
• New patient memberships
• Current active patient maintenance packages
• Detox service packages



🛡️ Back-to-School Immune Support
• $95 Immune System Checks for kids and adults not currently on a program with us.
(Supplementation available separately to give your family the support they need this fall.)



🧹 Parasite Purge 6-Week Group Program

Facilitated by Dr. Sarah Outlaw
• Just $997 – Includes one bottle of each supplement needed for the program
• Weekly virtual group check-ins and support included
• Group meetings begin Wednesday, September 8th

EMAIL info@nhicdesmoines.com to reserve your spot!



🛒 Ordering & Product Availability

We are fully stocked with all major product lines in the Des Moines office! This includes Cellcore, Doctors Research, and more. Please check with us first before ordering from any patient direct sites, as we prefer you purchase directly from our office.
• We do not stock the entire Standard Process line, so you are still welcome to order what we don’t carry at nhicshop.com.
• In the past, we used the patient direct sites because we were stocking two offices, but now that our New Jersey location has been sold, we are able to keep our Des Moines office fully stocked for your convenience. We do require that anything we recommend that you purchase from us.



💚 Be the Healthiest You Can Be with NHIC

Don’t miss out on these savings! Whether you’re a teacher, student, parent, or just looking for support this season, NHIC has a program tailored for you.

📅 Specials valid through August 31st.

Thank you for trusting us with you care!
We appreciate you!

In Health,
Dr. Sarah & The NHIC Team

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08/18/2025

New patient initial consultations and restarts available later this week at our summer $175 special! Kids are $99. Let’s get your wellness journey started! 

08/18/2025

Attention current patients who drive to the office, starting August 21 the 9th street bridge will be closed for construction for three months so you will have to take MLK to get to the office during that time. 

✨ Kids Health Matters ✨We have been caring for kids in our practice for a very long time. In fact, over half of our pati...
08/17/2025

✨ Kids Health Matters ✨

We have been caring for kids in our practice for a very long time. In fact, over half of our patients are children. Parents trust us because we not only have the tools, we also have the experience.

Your kids’ health is our priority. That is why we love using whole food supplements to give them the daily support they need for a strong immune system, healthy growth, and peace of mind for parents.

💚 Congaplex Chewable – Our top pick for daily immune support. It helps kids’ immune systems stay strong against colds and other illnesses, and the best part is it tastes good so kids actually like it.

💚 Catalyn Chewable – This is the daily multivitamin we recommend. It fills nutritional gaps with essential nutrients kids need to grow and thrive.

💚 Tuna Omega Chewable – Omega-3s are critical for brain health, bone health, and immune function. With a balanced DHA and EPA profile, this is the easiest way to meet your child’s daily needs.

You can grab these supplements at nhicshop.com or right in our office. Since they are general nutrition, you do not need an appointment or to be a patient to pick them up.

If you would like to take it a step further, we also offer immune system checkups for kids. This helps us see exactly what your child needs for their unique health. If you are not a current patient, we are offering this service for $75.

Be proactive with your child’s health. It is the same support we give to our own kids, and it will give you peace of mind too.

We are here for you, on the front lines of wellness.

Learn how to confidently muscle test your family at home in this hands-on, small-group class.Because nights and weekends...
08/16/2025

Learn how to confidently muscle test your family at home in this hands-on, small-group class.

Because nights and weekends happen and you sometimes need to know what is going on in the moment.

While not a substitute for care from a professionally trained muscle testing practitioner, having basic muscle testing skills is an absolute must for all parents.

In this informative class you will discover:

• How muscle testing works and when to use it
• Safe and effective testing positions for adults and kids
• How to test home remedies for those middle-of-the-night or weekend situations when your practitioner is not available
• How to check common stressors like foods, environmental triggers, and basic nutrient needs
• How to create a simple home support plan and when to refer to a practitioner

Perfect for: Moms, dads, and caregivers who want natural, practical tools to keep their families (and pets) thriving between visits.

Special Bonus: All attendees unlock exclusive savings if they choose to come on board as a patient at NHIC Des Moines.

Date: Saturday, September 13
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines
403 SW 8th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Format: In person and live-streamed

Tuition: $99 per individual
Partner Rate: $50 when attending together
Kids 13+ who want to learn attend free with a registered parent

Register here:
eventbrite.com/e/mommy-daddy-muscle-testing-workshop-tickets-1597832422789?aff=oddtdtcreator (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mommy-daddy-muscle-testing-workshop-tickets-1597832422789?aff=oddtdtcreator)

Led by Dr. Sarah Outlaw
Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines

Can't Think, Can't Sleep, Can't P**p? Your Vagus Nerve Might Be The Missing Link!

Free Webinar!

If your brain feels foggy, your sleep is restless, and your digestion is sluggish, your vagus nerve could be the key you have been missing. This powerful nerve acts like the body’s built-in reset switch, helping you shift from fight-or-flight into rest-and-repair mode.

Join Dr. Sarah Outlaw for a practical, patient-friendly workshop where you will learn:
• How the vagus nerve impacts focus, sleep, mood, and digestion
• Why nervous system dysregulation has become so common post-Covid
• Simple, everyday habits to strengthen and regulate your vagus nerve
• Practical at-home techniques you can start using right away to improve vagal tone

This live session will give you the knowledge and tools to calm your nervous system, improve your health, and feel like yourself again.

- Date & Time: Tuesday, 8:00 PM Central
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PtwBMv45QQGlba_Sg5tkuw

Can't make it live? It will be recorded and sent to anyone who registers to watch later.

Led by Dr. Sarah Outlaw
Natural Health Improvement Center of Des Moines

💥 We just pushed back the start date of our 6 Week Parasite Purge Program and here’s why 💥

So many people wanted to join that we decided to give everyone more time to wrap up summer, get prepped, and be fully ready. We’re now starting the Wednesday after Labor Day.

Why is this a big deal? Because most people have parasites and don’t even know it. They are not just picked up on far away trips. You can get them from:
🐾 Pets and animals
🥬 Fresh produce
🥩 Undercooked meat or sushi
💧 Water
🛒 Public surfaces you touch every day

These low frequency organisms can cause:
⚡ Fatigue
🧠 Brain fog
😴 Poor sleep
🤢 Digestive issues
🥴 Skin problems
😩 Hormone disruption
💪 Joint and muscle aches

If you try to get rid of parasites without the right steps, it is like poking the bear. They can scatter, multiply, and make you feel even worse.

In my practice, I guide people through cleanses that:
✅ Open drainage pathways first
✅ Use the correct protocol for the full life cycle
✅ Support your liver, lymph, and detox the entire way

If you have been wanting to work with me but one-on-one isn’t feasible right now, this group program might be exactly what you need.

This guided cleanse is designed to help your body safely release parasites while boosting your energy, digestion, and overall health.

You’ll get:
✅ All targeted supplements for 6 weeks (4–5 products)
✅ My full step-by-step protocol
✅ Weekly check-ins with me
✅ Group support so you’re never doing it alone

It’s $997 total (supplements included) and you can split into 2 payments. Most DIY cleanses skip drainage support and the full life cycle, which can make things worse. This program avoids that and gets lasting results - plus it’s a great way to work with me without committing to a full 4-month program.

Email info@nhicdesmoines.com if you are ready to get started and we will collect your payment and send you the supplement so that you are ready for our after Labor Day start date.

-Dr. Sarah

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403 SW 8th St
Des Moines, IA
50309

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Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 1pm - 6pm

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