Trying to lose weight? Do you have a fast or slow metabolism?
Metabolism is the amount of energy needed for your body to function properly. It is measured in calories, which reflects the amount of energy used in our daily activities and from the functioning of our organs.
Regardless of what you eat or what diet you are on, it is impossible to lose weight unless you eat fewer calories than your body burns. Everyone has a resting metabolic rate (RMR) – but everyone’s is different. Once we know what your RMR is we can best decide based on your activities and exercise level what the optimal calorie intake is for you.
We can now measure your metabolism and determine the amount of calories you burn per day with an easy 5-10 minute diagnostic test called the Med Gem (plan on a 30 minute appointment). The Med Gem is a noninvasive handheld, self-calibrating calorimeter which allows for accurate measurement of oxygen uptake (VO2) to determine your resting metabolic rate. The price for this measurement is only $80.00 (by appointment only).
For more information, call Cheri Rott at 715-268-0597. |