The Mifflin St. Jeor Equation Compared To Measuring RMR With A MedGem Or BodyGem Indirect Calorimeter

The Microlife BodyGem and MedGem indirect calorimeters accurately measure RMR, Resting Metabolic Rate.

RMR is the amount of calories that is burned while in complete rest. Various scientists have derived many formulas to estimate RMR; such as the Harris-Benedict, Katch-McArdle, or Mifflin St. Jeor equations.

Here is the Mifflin St. Jeor equation to estimate resting metabolic rate:

Men
10 x weight (kg) + 6.25 x height (cm) – 5 x age (y) + 5

Women
10 x weight (kg) + 6.25 x height (cm) – 5 x age (y) – 161.

The challenge is that estimation formulas cannot factor in thyroid issues, the effects of medications, and other variables; which affect people’s metabolism.

Today, many people are experiencing an under-active thyroid, hypothyroidism, which causes their metabolism to be lower than normal.

For the best care, the American Dietetics Association recommends using indirect calorimetry to measure RMR for the most accurate assessment of nutritional needs.

Instead of estimating RMR with the Harris-Benedict, Katch-McArdle formula, or Mifflin St. Jeor equation; the BodyGem and MedGem scientifically measure a clients Metabolic Fingerprint, that is unique to them.

The BodyGem® and MedGem® devices by Microlife are tools that will provide information vital for determining a personalized calorie budget, based on individual metabolism, necessary to achieve and maintain proper weight and nutrition.

Additionally, the BodyGem and MedGem devices play a significant role in providing individual’s daily caloric needs to improve individual care through nutrition assessment.

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Harvey Harris