Metabolic Rate Testing

What is Your Unique Resting Metabolic Rate?

Metabolism is the process of conversion of food calories into energy. The efficiency of your body to do this is called the metabolic rate. This rate is a unique entity, being affected by a number of factors, including weight, age, body composition, hormone levels, and gender of the individual.

This is a breathing test that measures your exact metabolic rate, so there is no more guessing on how many calories your body needs to burn 1-3 pounds per week. One size doesn't fit all. Some patients can eat more calories and still lose weight, while others who have a slower metabolism will need to eat fewer calories to be successful.

Significance of Metabolic Rate

It is crucial to understand your body's exclusive metabolic rate. It enables Advance Medical Weight Loss to personalize solutions tailored to suit your path to weight loss or design a maintenance program based on your requirements.

Please note the essential points regarding your metabolic rate:

It can check for delayed metabolism that often leads to frustrated attempts to lose weight through the years
Be aware of changes in your metabolism during the weight loss process to eliminate the chances of a frustrating plateau.
Once your goal is achieved, a metabolic measurement is done to get the precise caloric prescription to maintain and sustain that goal weight.

Functions of KORR Metabolic Analyzers

KORR Metabolic Analyzers utilize the same technology as ICU metabolic testing. Every calorie consumed by a person requires a fixed amount of oxygen for energy conversion. The KORR Analyzer measures the oxygen consumed to calculate the calories burned. Two one-way valves ensure inhaling only fresh air while exhaled gases pass through the hose and into the machine. A nose clip collects exhaled air for analysis.

How to Prepare for the Test

For absolute and accurate results, you must follow the standard protocol for a Resting Metabolic Rate test:

Please make sure to avoid eating 4 hours before the test.
Also, stay away from exercising before your test.
It is advised to avoid the use of stimulants such as caffeine.

The Testing Process

During the test, you are required to sit or recline in a comfortable position. You will be given a KORR MetaBreather mouthpiece to breathe into. Breathe in the air from the room, and the gas you breathe out goes into the metabolic analyzer to evaluate your metabolic rate.

You must relax and keep your eyes closed during the test.
Lips should be sealed lightly around the MetaBreather. The air you exhale must be analyzed.
In just 10 minutes, your metabolic rate will be measured!

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