BodyGem And MedGem Metabolic Assessment
The Microlife BodyGem and MedGem indirect calorimeters measure Resting Metabolic Rate, to help your clients reach their weight loss goals.
Instead of estimating RMR with the Harris-Benedict or Katch-McArdle formula, the BodyGem and MedGem scientifically measure a clients Metabolic Fingerprint, that is unique to them.
Estimation formulas cannot factor in thyroid issues, the effects of medications, etc.
Metabolic Assessment is Guideline-Based
A patient’s metabolism is based on 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 important to assess RMR which makes up approximately 70-75% of a patient’s daily metabolic needs. RMR is influenced by a number of factors, such as:
- Age Gender
- Obesity Body composition
- Hormone levels Illness or disease
- Medications Genetics
Even patients that are similar to one another (i.e. family members or friends) can have large metabolic differences. These metabolic differences can be up to 900 Kcals/day different as seen in the chart below.11
In addition, a recent review indicates that even the best predictive equation can only accurately estimate to within 10% of measured RMR and approximately 70% in obese patients.12 As a result, the American Dietetic Association’s evidence-based library for adult and pediatric weight management recommends
using devices such as the MedGem for determining the most accurate nutritional needs for overweight patients.
The BodyGem and MedGem have the same functionality, accuracy and reliability.
The difference is that the MedGem has gone through the FDA-approval process, to allow licensed clinicians to make insurance claims on their measurements.
These indirect calorimeters measure your clients Resting Metabolic Rate in 5-10 minutes, to provide them with a scientifically based Daily Calorie Budget, to help them reach their weight goals.
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Contact me at 1-800-743-3328 to discuss Microlife BodyGem RMR System Kit pricing options.
Harvey Harris