Metabolism testing · Orange, CT

You might be eating too little.

Calculators guess. Apps guess. 1,200 calories is a guess. A 10-minute breath test measures what your body actually burns at rest, so you can stop guessing and start with your real number.

Book Your Metabolism Test – $150
  • No insurance paperwork
  • Results the same day

Open to anyone, and especially helpful for women with PCOS who feel stuck despite doing everything "right."

The BodyGem device used for the metabolism breath test in Amy Plano's Orange, CT office
10-minute breath test
  • $150One flat price
  • 10 minutesSimple breath test
  • 30 minutesTotal visit
  • Orange, CT500 Boston Post Rd
  • Self-payNo insurance forms
Why the plateau happens

Effort was never the problem.
Bad information was.

01

Calculators use averages

Online formulas only know your height, weight and age. They can't see what's happening inside your body.

02

PCOS isn't average

Insulin resistance, hormones and muscle mass all change how many calories you burn. A formula misses all of it.

03

Wrong target, stalled results

Eating too little can stall progress as much as eating too much. Without a real baseline, you can't tell which one you're in.

What you walk out with

Your real number, and people who know what to do with it.

no more guessing games ♡
  • Your measured resting metabolic rateThe calories your body burns at rest, measured with the BodyGem®, not estimated.
  • A calorie baseline built for your goalWhether that's breaking a plateau, losing, maintaining or building muscle.
  • A starting point you can trackPlus a printout of your metabolic results. Retest as your body changes and adjust with confidence.
Simple from start to finish

How it works

  1. 1

    Book and pay online

    Pick a time that works for you. $150, paid up front, no insurance forms.

  2. 2

    Breathe for 10 minutes

    Sit back, relax and breathe into the device at our Orange office. That's the whole test.

  3. 3

    Leave with your number

    Plan on about 30 minutes door to door. Results in hand the same day.

Book Your Metabolism Test – $150
Before your test

A little prep for an accurate number.

Your result reflects your body at true rest, so these few steps matter. Book a morning slot if you can.

  • Test first thing in the morningIt's the most accurate time of day.
  • No food for 4 hoursCome in fasted.
  • No caffeine or nicotineFor at least 4 hours before.
  • No exerciseSkip the workout for at least 4 hours before.
  • Water is welcomeDrink plenty of water or other zero-calorie drinks. They won't affect your result.
Metabolism test

$150

Self-pay. Insurance doesn't cover metabolism testing, so there's no claim, no referral hunt and no surprise bill later.

  • 10-minute breath test, about 30 minutes total
  • Your measured RMR plus a printout of your results
  • In person at 500 Boston Post Road, Orange, CT
Book Your Metabolism Test – $150
Want help using your number?

Turn your number into a plan, and your visits may be covered by insurance.

Our dietitians specialize in PCOS and weight management. After your test, we can check your benefits for follow-up nutrition counseling so your result becomes a real, personal plan.

Learn About Nutritional Counseling
Good questions

Everything you want to know before you book.

Still wondering about something? Give the office a call.

(203) 794-6866
What does the test measure?
Your resting metabolic rate (RMR): the number of calories your body burns at rest. We use the BodyGem®, which measures the oxygen you breathe (indirect calorimetry) to calculate your RMR directly instead of estimating it.
Do I need to have PCOS to book?
No. Anyone can book a metabolism test. It's especially helpful for women with PCOS, anyone stuck on a weight-loss plateau, and people building muscle who want an accurate starting point.
How do I prepare?
Come in the morning if possible, and skip food, caffeine, nicotine and exercise for at least 4 hours before. Water and zero-calorie drinks are fine. See the full prep checklist.
Will I get my results the same day?
Yes. You'll leave with your number and a printout of your metabolic results.
Can I use insurance for the test?
Metabolism testing isn't covered by insurance, so it's $150 self-pay. Follow-up nutrition counseling visits often can be billed to insurance.
How long does it take?
The breathing part takes about 10 minutes. Plan on around 30 minutes for the whole visit.
Where is it?
In person only, at 500 Boston Post Road, Orange, CT 06477. Easy to reach from New Haven, Milford, West Haven and Woodbridge.
How often can I retest?
Your metabolism changes with weight loss, age, exercise and body composition. Retesting when something changes, like a plateau or a new training routine, helps you adjust your plan. Your dietitian can suggest the right timing for you.
What if I need to reschedule?
Just give us 24 hours' notice. Call (203) 794-6866 and we'll find you a new time.

Stop guessing. Start with your real number.

Ten minutes of breathing. A lifetime of better information.

Book Your Metabolism Test – $150

500 Boston Post Road, Orange, CT 06477 · (203) 794-6866

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