One of the most basic tools of the Dietitian is Body Composition Analysis (Body Fat Measurement). In my office I use the latest technology body fat meter TANITA MC-780.
The procedure is very simple and short. The subject climbs onto the fat meter with bare feet and holds the special handles in his hands. Through 8 different electrodes (low current intensity) that penetrate the body in a few seconds, we have the results of the analytical body measurement very easily and painlessly.
body composition analysis is a process where we can:
- To categorize the dieter's health status (to which category does he belong, e.g. underweight, healthy, overweight, etc.)
- The percentages of lean mass (muscle mass, fluids, bones)
- The fat mass in parts throughout the body (the percentage of fat in the arms, legs, torso)
- Visceral fat (the abdominal fat that surrounds our vital organs)
- Hydration check (measurement of intracellular and extracellular fluid, i.e. the percentage of body fluid that is inside and outside the cells respectively. This measurement is an indication of proper hydration, fluid retention, edema)
- Phase Angle
Speaking of Phase Angle, we are referring to an important parameter for assessing the state of health of the individual, and the nutritional status of the cells. The higher the phase angle, the more harmless and healthy the cell membranes are. It is a very specific measurement with 100% reliability from the most modern Body Composition Analysis TANITA MC-780.
In my office you will find this and many other modern, reliable measurements, which my team and I perform daily, helping us to better understand the needs of each organization individually!