Testing not guessing is key to weight loss success especially in menopause and over the age of 40. Dr. Anna created these test strips to help you check your progress and discerns what keeps you: Fat Burning (Ketosis) Detoxing (Alkaline) She found this to be key to healthy fat loss, stable moods and balanced hormones. What are ketones Fixed ketones are not normally found in the urine. They are by products of fat metabolism. They can form when a person does not eat enough carbohydrates (for example, in cases of starvation or high-fat/protein diets, such as ketogenic and paleo) or when a person's body cannot use carbohydrates properly. When carbohydrates are not available, the body metabolizes fat instead to get the energy it needs to keep functioning! Urine ketones can be an initial discerning tool to let you know youre on the right track to fat loss. Why check urine pH pH is a measurement of our acid-alkaline balance. The kidneys play an important role in maintaining the acid-alkaline balance of the body. Therefore, any condition that produces acids or bases in the body such as acidosis or alkalosis, or the ingestion of acidic or basic foods, can directly affect urine pH. Diet can be used to modify urine pH. A high-protein diet or consuming cranberries will make the urine more acidic. A vegetarian diet, and the ingestion of citrus fruits and other alkaline foods, like maca, will tend to make the urine more alkaline. pH in blood is very stable. PH in the urine can be a clue to discovery about our health. Stress can be contributor to a low pH. Many people think they are eating and living right, but testing is key. This is a simple and inexpensive way to check and keep you on the right track to your best health.