Frequently Asked Questions
NAET BASIC 15 GUIDE
Sharon K Sasaki, LAc
Adapted from ”The NAET Guide Book”
By Dr. Devi S. Nambudripad, DC, LAc, PhD
Why do I have to avoid these substances for 25 hours?
According to Chinese medicine theory, it takes 24 hours for your energy to circulate through the 12 major meridians or energy pathways in your body. According to NAET theory, if the energy can complete its travel without interruption and return to the original starting point 24 hours later, that uninterrupted journey is imprinted in the brain as harmless or beneficial energy and will no longer initiate an immune response to the allergen that was treated. Less allergic patients could possibly clear the allergy in less than 24 hours; however, we ask that you avoid the substances for a full 25 hours to make sure that the entire energy cycle is completed. It has been observed that patients who do not stick to the 25 hours avoidance often tend to need many more treatments later on. lt is much more time and cost-effective if you stick to the 25-hour avoidance!
Can I just fast during the 25 hours?
You should not fast. Your body will be going through many changes and it will need some nutrition during that time. Eat some of the foods from the 'YOU MAY EAT" list. Keep your meals light and simple, focusing on whole foods with little or no processing.
What should I do if I accidently eat or touch something I shouldn't have?
As soon as you realize that you've made a mistake, stop touching the item or spit the food out of your mouth. Wash your hands or rinse out your mouth with water (distilled water if you are being treated for minerals or salt). If water is not available, rub the palms of your hands together for several seconds. Continue with the avoidance until the 25 hours has passed. There is still a good chance that you could have cleared, or at least partially cleared the allergen. Don't get discouraged!
How will I feel during the 25 hour avoidance period?
Most people will feel fine, others may feel tired and weak. If you feel tired or wiped out get plenty of rest" You will most likely feel better when the 25 hours have passed. Be sure to get plenty of rest and stay hydrated during this time. There is no way to accurately predict how you will feel, as the intensity of reactions, or lack of negative effects, depends on many factors such as the duration of your previous illness or allergy and the overall status of your immune system. The following are some possible symptoms that have been experienced:
High/low energy in varying degrees, extreme fatigue or sleepiness, insomnia, restlessness
Sensations of tingling, movement or electricity in the body
Temperature variations, flushed or cold feeling
General body aches
Congestion, sneezing, coughing, tight chest
Hyperacidity, abdominal bloating, belching hiccups
Are there some food items that aren't listed that I can eat?
Yes, the lists are not all-inclusive by any means, but if the food appears on the list you should definitely follow the YOU MAY EAT/YOU MAY NOT EAT OR TOUCH instructions. If there is a food that you have a question about, feel free to ask your practitioner or you may also refer to www.nutritiondata.com for nutritional information. Be sure to take into account the serving size when looking up the amounts of particular nutrients. If a nutrient is listed as having 2% or less of the Percentage Daily Value, you can eat that food item safely during the 25-hour avoidance period.