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Our body is an infinite multi-layered and dynamic energy system. Our bodies are in a constant state of change; we need to be in constant communication with ourselves because, regardless of the usual good and bad foods, what was good for you yesterday may not be today. So you have to check. Energy testing your food is an essential step toward opening up communication with your body, which inevitably will lead to a healthier and happier you.
There are several ways to do this alone or with your family/partner.
The spleen test
This must be done with a partner and is primarily for testing anything you ingest into your body; food, drink, medications, etc. Have her stand with either arm at her side, her fingers should be pointing straight down, her thumbs should touch her thighS. Gently place one of your hands on the shoulder of the arm being tested (very gently so it doesn't interfere with the test) and place your other hand just above her wrist and ask her to resist as you gently pull her arm outward and toward you. See what the tension is like. Ask a true/false statement (I would say "My name is Cristina"- true, and then "My name is Howard"- false) the tension in the arm should feel weaker when asking the false question and stronger when asking the true question. Let this amount of tension be your standard. Then have her hold the object she is testing in the unextended hand. Holding the object being tested over the stomach area is important when testing foods and/or medication. Now with one of your hands gently on the shoulder of the arm being tested and the other just above her inner wrist, ask her to resist and see what happens. If the arm is weaker than the standard - easier to pull away from the body - it means the substance isn't good for her. It's important to remember that our bodies are constantly changing, so something that is bad for you today may be ok tomorrow and that's why knowing how to energy test is so important. You want to keep a constant and open dialog with your body. Also important to mention is that it is essential to energy test vitamins and medications because you want to make sure they're good for you and at what dosage. Just because the doctor says you need two of something doesn't mean your body actually needs or wants it. All you do in this case is to have the person hold one pill and test, then hold two and test. The percentage of people who are hurt from prescribed medications is staggering, so talk with your body as well as your doctor.
The knee resistance test
Try this if you're out to dinner and want to know what is good for you to eat. Hold your hand over your food or tune into your body and hold your left finger over the item on the menu you want. Then hold your right leg 6 to 12 inches off the floor and push down on it with your right hand. Remember this isn't about strength and making your leg go down, you're testing to see the level of tension created. If you're new to this, do the resistance test first without holding your hand or finger over the menu item you are testing so that you have a standard to compare it to. I do it all the time and it really works. I'll put my finger over, let's say, fried mozzarella sticks and my knee will easily push down and then I'll hold my finger over another menu option like a garden salad and my knee will hold strong. I often let my body guide what I order in restaurants and it's discreet, nobody will know what you are doing.
Become the pendulum
Hold the food you want to test in one hand, and place your other hand over it. Rest your hands over the solar plexus (just below the bra line, if you were to where a bra). Your elbows should be held against your sides, as if they were hugging your sides. Feet together, you are taking the pendulum pose. Close your eyes, take a deep inhale and empty your mind. Hold inhale for a few seconds and on the exhale see if you naturally fall forward or back. Forward good, back bad. Or, do a test first by asking yourself, "what is my yes?"and "what is my no?"and see which way you fall for each. We are all different, so see what is right for you. I do this primarily at home and it really works, much to my disappointment at times. In fact, I live in New York City and take out is a way of life, so I'll hold a menu, do the test and see what happens.
When you just can't resist
We are all human and sometimes just want what we want. At these times, give yourself what you crave, but then energetically "fix it."Take your left hand and circle counterclockwise over the food and do a few figure-8s and then take your right hand and circle it clockwise and do a few figure-8s. Also, affirm that your body will take what it needs and effortlessly discard the rest. Thank the food and enjoy.
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