Microlife Indirect Calorimeter Nutrition Education

In simple terms food is energy. It is the fuel our body uses to enable us to carry on our daily activities. Some nutrients have energy (calories) and others do not, but both are critical to our bodies. There are over 45 different nutrients that our bodies need every day. Proteins, fats and carbohydrates are … Read more Microlife Indirect Calorimeter Nutrition Education

Metabolism Matters – Measure RMR With The BodyGem And MedGem

Metabolism Matters Your metabolism is the total number of calories burned each day. Metabolism is comprised of normal bodily functions and daily physical activity. Since metabolism is an essential component to weight management, it is an important for your wellness professional to assess your metabolism to establish your daily calorie goals. Why is it important … Read more Metabolism Matters – Measure RMR With The BodyGem And MedGem

Measure RMR With The BodyGem And MedGem For Successful Weight Management

A successful weight and nutrition management program is just a matter of having the right information and balancing calories “in” and “out”. Most of us know this reality, but it’s not always easy to put into practice. For weight loss, burn more calories than you consume and you will lose weight. For weight maintenance, consume … Read more Measure RMR With The BodyGem And MedGem For Successful Weight Management

Base Your Weight Loss Clients Calorie Budget On Their Measured RMR

Microlife BodyGem and MedGem indirect calorimeters

Bariatric doctors, dietitians and personal trainers: Are your clients achieving their weight loss goals? If not, it may because their recommended daily calorie budget is based on a Resting Metabolic Rate estimation formula that can’t account for thyroid issues, metabolic syndrome, the effects of medications on metabolism, etc. You can accurately measure a clients RMR … Read more Base Your Weight Loss Clients Calorie Budget On Their Measured RMR

Measuring RMR With BodyGem And MedGem Indirect Calorimeters

Microlife BodyGem and MedGem indirect calorimeters

To help your clients reach their weight management goals, the American Dietetics Association recommends using indirect calorimetry to measure RMR for the most accurate assessment of nutritional needs. Your metabolism consists of all of the processes that the body performs to keep you alive. There are many factors that affect a persons metabolic rate, such as their age, … Read more Measuring RMR With BodyGem And MedGem Indirect Calorimeters