Understanding the Body Composition Module: Unlocking Health Insights Beyond BMI
Understanding the Body Composition Module: Unlocking Health Insights Beyond BMIUpdate: 2025-03-31
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In this episode of Medicine 3.0, Bionic Health physician Dr. Catherine Isaac sits down with Bionic advisor Kelly Joniak to explore the Body Composition Module—one of the most informative tools available to Bionic Health members.
Join them as they break down:
- The science behind DXA scans and how they provide a comprehensive three-compartment model of your body (bone, fat, and muscle)
- Why understanding visceral fat is crucial for assessing disease risk beyond what typical scales can measure
- How body composition analysis helps identify hidden health risks like potential osteoporosis and fatty liver
- The difference between various body composition measurement tools (DXA, bioimpedance scales, skin fold testing)
- Practical recommendations for building muscle mass, reducing visceral fat, and improving overall health
Whether you're looking to optimize your health journey or simply curious about the science behind body composition, this conversation offers expert insights that go far beyond the numbers on your bathroom scale.
Follow Bionic Health for more episodes of Medicine 3.0, where cutting-edge healthcare meets practical wisdom for optimal health and longevity.
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