Frequently
asked questions
General
Can I purchase the biological age test and results without the coaching?
Yes, you can sign up for the biological age test only. This includes a lifestyle assessment questionnaire and a very detailed results report which contains a personalised plan of how you can reduce your biological age. If you decide you would like our help implementing the plan, you can then sign up for the coaching.
Can I purchase the coaching without the biological age test?
Yes, if you sign up for coaching only we will base your personalised plan on the lifestyle assessment questionnaire. You won’t receive the detailed results report but instead your plan will be discussed with you and implemented through our coaching app.
Biological Age Testing
What is biological age?
Biological age, also known as physiological or functional age, refers to the age of an individual’s body and systems and is based on evidence gathered via a blood test. A person’s biological age is influenced by factors such as genetics, lifestyle, diet, exercise, stress levels, and environmental factors and may differ from their chronological age.
What is the difference between biological age and chronological age?
Biological age reflects how old a person’s body appears to be based on various biological and physiological factors whereas chronological age is simply the number of years that a person has been alive.
What do we base our biological age test on?
There are various methods to estimate biological age, including assessments of physical fitness, biomarkers (like blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and DNA patterns), and overall health. Our advanced test analyses chronic inflammation on a molecular level to provide a more precise estimate. Chronic inflammation leads to tissue damage and increases the risk of many diseases, thus speeding up the process of ageing. With the right guidance and adjustments in lifestyle, chronic inflammation can be hugely decreased, thus reducing the risk of disease, meaning we can live longer, healthier lives.
How is the testing done?
Our testing kits provide everything you need to get started. We only require a small amount of blood which is collected via a quick and easy finger prick test. Just squeeze a few drops of blood onto the piece of card, pop a plaster on and that’s it!
How long do the test results take?
The results of our Bio Age test are returned within 3-4 weeks.
Does Bio Age UK diagnose illnesses?
We do not carry out diagnostic testing. Our tests do not serve as a disease predictor or risk score, rather, it gives information on the similarities of your profile with observed profiles in various diseases.
What if my test results give me bad medical news?
Our test does not diagnose illnesses but displays certain health indicators. Should your blood test results indicate similarities in the profiles observed in specific diseases, we would always advise that you to seek medical advice via your GP.
Coaching
How does the coaching work?
Our coaching is based on your goals and lifestyle. We provide you with a personalised plan to keep you accountable, focused and motivated throughout. Through a mixture of weekly check-ins via Whatsapp and ongoing support with with your coach, we keep you on track and give you the opportunity to ask questions and share your progress. You can also sign up for the full lifestyle coaching which includes monthly 1 hour deep dive calls with your coach on topics personalised to you and your goals.
How will I access my coaching plan?
We take a holistic approach to coaching and give you the tools and guidance to make sustainable changes to your lifestyle, habits and behaviours. You will have access to all the support via our easy to use coaching app.
How long do I need to do sign up to the coaching for?
How long you work with us is up to you. It will be dependent on your goals and what you want to achieve. Our coaching is paid for on a month to month basis, so once you are happy with your results you can cancel at anytime. However the minimum is two months.
What makes your coaching different to other fitness and nutrition coaches?
We coach you in 6 areas: fitness, nutrition, sleep and stress management, lifestyle and environment, health and hormones and emotional and cognitive health.
We believe that this holistic style of coaching is far more beneficial to your health, happiness and longevity.
What are Deep Dives?
If you choose our Full Lifestyle Coaching, you will have a one hour deep dive call every month. You can also purchase these as one-off sessions with our Accountability Coaching. These sessions are completely personalised to you, your goals and what you need at the time, They can be on any of the 6 pillars of coaching. For example, looking in detail at your food diary to help you make better choices, talking through stress management techniques, helping you address your sleep issues or even talking about your emotional health and happiness.
Ozempic Transition Coaching
What is Ozempic transition coaching?
This coaching is designed to support women who are looking to come off Ozempic (or other weight loss medication) and maintain their weight loss results. We provide a holistic approach that focuses on nutrition, exercise, mindset, and long-term lifestyle changes to help you successfully transition off the medication and build a sustainable, healthy lifestyle.
Why should I consider this program?
Ozempic can be a helpful tool for weight loss, but it’s not a long-term solution. Many women find they need additional support to maintain their progress after stopping the medication. Our program provides the guidance and accountability you need to navigate this transition smoothly and avoid regaining weight.
What makes your program different?
Our program takes a holistic approach, addressing not only diet and exercise, but also the mental and emotional aspects of weight management. We focus on building sustainable habits, empowering you with the knowledge and skills you need to maintain your results long term. We also understand the unique challenges women face regarding weight management, and our program is tailored to meet those specific needs.
Do I have to come off my medication when I start the coaching?
No. This will be agreed between you and your coach based on your goal, how long you’ve been on it, how you are feeling and your current lifestyle habits. The coaching will help you put a plan in place to come off it and stay off it.