The Vitality, Longevity and Healthy Aging (VLA) bio-impedance analysis is a scientifically validated test to measure and analyse the key biological markers of health; fat mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, cell quality, cellular age and cellular fluid balance. 

In the treatment of weight loss, the VLA analysis is very beneficial.  This is largely due to the capability to test actual fat mass along with ideal fat mass, making the VLA analysis a superior health assessment tool in the evaluation and management of weight loss.  The VLA is an excellent tool for maintaining weight post any weight loss regime.

During weight loss, muscle functions as a furnace to burn fat and produce energy.  With the right dietary changes under the guidance of a practitioner, it is possible to stimulate removal of stored body fat to be transferred to muscle cells where it’s used as the body’s primary energy source.  The result is, effective fat burning and ultimately weight loss. 

In the same way the VLA evaluates fat mass, it also provides a reading of actual muscle mass, as well as the ideal amount required to be within a healthy range or, in the case of weight loss, stay at a healthy level if muscle mass is already sufficient.  Successful weight loss is not only achieved by healthy fat and muscle mass but also by the cell quality, cellular fluid balance, cellular age and fat distribution index. 

Cell quality refers to the health of a cell membrane in muscle tissue.  The cell membrane separates the cells internal environment from the external environment, a role similar to that of skin.  A primary function of the cell membrane is, it acts as a passageway for substances to enter and exit the cell.   If membrane health is compromised or damaged, then the exchange of substances through the cell are also compromised.  This impacts the outcome of weight loss by making it challenging for necessary substances and nutrients facilitating weight loss carry out their role.

The Cellular Fluid Balance identifies the degree of cell membrane damage.  Poor results may indicate inflammation, infection, toxicity, excess stress, gastrointestinal or liver toxicity, dehydration and nutritional deficiencies to name a few.  The goal is to improve this reading by addressing the driving factors.

Overall, the VLA bio-impedance analysis is a simple, quick and non-invasive way to assess biomarkers of health and aging which are important in monitoring effective weight loss as well as improve overall health.  The unique VLA software provides easy to read graphs, tables and written material that are useful in the evaluation of results.  These comprehensive printouts enable the practitioner to formulate a health plan that is specifically designed for each client and is a very cost effective way to lose & maintain weight loss.

Written by Vanessa YoungNutritionistCalanna Pharmacy North Cairns