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Metabolic Rate Testing
Slow Metabolism? Our State of the Art Equipment Can Identify That
We are one of a handful of practices on Long Island to offer the ReeVue Resting Metabolic Rate Test, which tests your metabolism and gives us a precise calorie level based on your own body's results, not a generic calculation. Patients are not required to get this test however, for patients experiencing trouble with weight loss it is recommended.
ReeVue Metabolic Rate Test
The Reevue, is a simple 10 minute test that measures the oxygen your body consumes and carbon dioxide output. Using this measurement, your Resting Energy Expenditure (REE) can be calculated, commonly referred to as a Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR). Our Registered Dietitians will then use the ReeVue to screen for alterations in metabolic rates (AKA if a patient has a fast, slow, or normal metabolism) and to determine the precise caloric intake you need for weight loss, maintenance, or weight gain. The test is FDA approved.
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Pre-Test Instructions:
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You need to arrive at your appointment prepared to rest. This includes not exercising the day of, prior to the test. You can exercise after once the test is complete.
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You should be fasting for 4 hours prior to your appointment.
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Avoid stimulants such as caffeine or cold medicaitons. Prescription medications should be taken according to schedule.
Strong Evidence: For weight loss and weight maintenance, the RDN should monitor and evaluate total energy needs and consider one of the following (if necessary): Re-measure resting metabolic rate (RMR) using indirect calorimetry, since measurement of RMR using indirect calorimetry is more accurate than estimating resting metabolic rate using predictive equations...
Source: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Evidence Analysis Library