FAQ

Before you come for your InBody Assessment, here are some of the considerations that you can follow to ensure accurate results: 1. Abstain from eating or drinking (except water) 3-4 hours prior to the assessment. 2. If necessary, feel free to bring food and drinks for your consumption after the body composition test. 3. Refrain from drinking alcohol or caffeinated drinks 12 hours prior to the assessment. 4. Do not partake in any excessive physical activity 24 hours prior to the assessment. 5. You can take your medications on the day of the assessment. 6. Do dress in comfortable clothing for the assessment, for example: - T-Shirt, Track pants, Sport Shorts, Sweatpants - Running, walking shoes

The composition analyser can give you an accurate reading of fat versus muscle tissue. It is able to do this by segmenting the human body into 5 zones. It can gauge an individual’s health and help adjust their exercise or activity focuses accordingly.

It is not recommended. During menstruation, females experience changes in body water. As a result, measurement errors may occur.

Individuals with implanted defibrillators or pacemakers or other metallic supports are not recommended. Depending on which part of the body is scanned, women who are menstruating – the results will not be accurate due to the subtle changes in their body water. Pregnant women – Although pregnant women have been tested for their nutritional status and water balance, some of the results may not be as accurate due to the changes in water content for pregnant women.

The frequency depends on each facility and program. It is recommended by InBody to do testing every 2-4 weeks.

Drinking alcohol prior to the InBody scan is strongly discouraged as alcohol will affect the body composition. Therefore, the results of the scan might turn out to be inaccurate.