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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
The Mifflin-St Jeor equation is a widely used tool to determine the resting metabolic rate [RMR], which is defined as the number of calories burned while the body is in complete rest. RMR is also known as resting energy expenditure [REE]. The equation was developed by MD Mifflin and ST St Jeor and first introduced … Read more The Mifflin-St Jeor Equation Versus Measuring With A MedGem Or BodyGem Indirect Calorimeter
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
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
Indirect calorimetry (IC) is considered as the gold standard to determine energy expenditure, by measuring pulmonary gas exchanges. It is a non-invasive technique that allows clinicians to personalize the prescription of nutrition support to the metabolic needs and promote a better clinical outcome. Recent technical developments allow accurate and easy IC measurements in spontaneously breathing … Read more Indirect Calorimetry In Clinical Practice – Microlife MedGem And BodyGem