metabolicratetest After clients get their RMR measured with a BodyGem or MedGem indirect calorimeter, they receive a Daily Calorie Budget, which is based on their RMR, their activity levels and their weight loss goals. Then to have success, they need to hit their Daily Calorie Budget on a consistent basis, to create an imbalance between Calories … Read more
The BodyGem and MedGem are both indirect calorimeters, that determine RMR – Resting Metabolic Rate, to help clients optimize their weight loss results. Instead of estimating RMR, the BodyGem and MedGem scientifically measure a clients Metabolic Fingerprint, that is unique to them. The BodyGem is designed for Personal Trainers, fitness facilities and Dietitians who don’t … Read more
BodyGem Nutrition 101 Basics Food is the fuel our body uses to enable us to carry out our daily activities. In simple terms, food is energy. There are over 45 nutrients that our body needs every day. Some nutrients have energy (calories) and others do not, but both are important to our body. A basic … Read more
BodyGem® Frequently Asked Questions When should an RMR measurement be taken? To obtain an accurate resting metabolic rate (RMR), the measurement should be done at least 4 hours after eating or exercise. How often should I measure my metabolism? If you are losing weight or participating in a fitness program that includes strength training, we … Read more
During the month of December, we are giving away the new BodyGem Analyzer 4.0 or MedGem Analyzer 4.0 AND two 21-packs of mouthpiece filters, when you purchase four 21-packs of mouthpiece filters.
BodyGem Technology Can Help You in the Battle of the Bulge Ever wonder why your friend who is the same gender, age, height, and bone structure as you can “eat like a horse” and never gain a pound, and you gain 50 pounds just walking past the bakery? It’s because people burn calories at different … Read more
This article will compare the Microlife BodyGem with the Korr MetaCheck. Both indirect calorimetry units measure RMR – Resting Metabolic Rate / BMR – Basal Metabolic Rate Let’s start with validation. Both indirect calorimeter devices have been validated against the gold standards of the metabolic rate testing, the Douglas Bag and the DeltraTrac Medical Cart, … Read more
A BodyGem RMR* measurement will tell you how many calories you burn at rest, which can be 65-75% of your total daily calories. It’s all about the calories: managing your weight is dependent on being in control of the amount of food (calories) you eat each day. But how do you accurately determine how much … Read more
HealtheTech Inc who developed the BodyGem by HealtheTech, MedGem by HealtheTech, and BalanceLog by HealtheTech brands, was purchased by Microlife Home Medical Solutions in 2006. You can read the HealtheTech Press Release. Microlife Home Medical Solutions now manufacturers and supports the BodyGem, MedGem, along with BodyGem Analyzer software and MedGem Analyzer software. To get more … Read more
Your Basal Metabolic Rate or BMR is the number of calories your body burns each day with no activity. Your total daily metabolism includes your BMR, and the additional calories burned by your lifestyle, such as work activity levels, exercising, digestion, and home activity levels. Understanding your unique metabolism and how to keep it revved-up … Read more