The Use-Case & Power of Informed Wellness
Understanding these metrics transforms weight loss or hormone therapy from guesswork into real-world progress. If fat loss is coming at the cost of lean muscle, your plan can be adjusted. If your metabolic rate is lagging, protein, strength work, or hydration can be optimized.
Instead of relying on how you feel or what the scale shows, this assessment gives clear markers to track and celebrate progress and course-correct when needed.
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This isn’t just a weigh-in. It’s a full breakdown of what’s actually happening inside your body. These answers clarify timing, frequency, and how to apply the data.
Your session takes about 10 minutes. You’ll step onto the Tanita analyzer barefoot, remain still for a brief scan, and then receive a full printout of 10+ metrics. You’ll review results with a clinician who explains what each measure means and how it fits into your goals.
Many people check every 4–6 weeks to track progress during weight loss, muscle building, or hormone therapy.
- Post-assessment, action plans can be adjusted
- Helps monitor changes in muscle, metabolism, and fat more accurately
- Supports consistent habit tracking
Testing regularly helps you stay informed and proactive, but our providers can recommend a schedule that suits your goals.
Home scales measure total weight only.
- They miss muscle vs fat changes
- Offer no insight into hydration or metabolism
- Don’t reveal visceral fat levels or bone mass
Professional analysis gives validated data you can trust and act on.
Yes. Bioelectrical impedance is low-level and painless.
Avoid testing if you have a pacemaker or during pregnancy. Otherwise, it’s safe for most, including children and adults managing chronic conditions.
BMI calculates weight relative to height but ignores body makeup.
Body composition data shows:
- Muscle vs fat vs bone
- Water percentage
- Metabolic health
This provides a clear, actionable snapshot of your body’s health.