BioImpedance Analysis is an integral part of a health assessment, and is used extensively at Vive as part of our Healthy Weight, Detoxification and FirstLine Therapy programs. The BIA test is a simple procedure performed in the office using a sophisticated computerized analysis. It measures two important aspects of health. First, it accurately measures body composition—the ratio of body fat in relation to lean body mass. And second, it measures the balance of water in the body.

Each of these reflect specific areas of balance or imbalance in health, and help to guide treatment. BIA also provides a method to monitor ongoing progress as a patient works through a treatment plan. This is especially important with the programs mentioned above, but is used in a number of other situations as well.

Improving your BIA measurements or maintaining healthy BIA measurements can help keep your body functioning properly for healthy aging and reduce your risk of illness.