Episode 237: Demystifying Body Composition Testing with Dr Grant Tinsley and Dr Eric Helms
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 239
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Episode description
On this episode of the FlexDiet Podcast, Dr. Grant Tinsley, Dr. Eric Helms, and I explore the complexities of measuring body composition. We unpack the realities and misconceptions surrounding DEXA scans, a popular tool for assessing body composition. Although often assumed to be 100% accurate, we highlight how these scans can yield significantly varied results.
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Episode Chapters:
- (0:00:02) - Analysis of Body Composition Measurement Methods
- (0:09:18) - Nutrition's Impact on DEXA Results
- (0:17:22) - Physical Measurement Techniques
- (0:21:36) - Body Composition Assessment Methods
- (0:33:00) - Body Composition Assessments
- (0:36:06) - The Challenges of Assessing Body Changes
- (0:48:42) - Body Composition Measurement Methods and Considerations
- (0:57:14) - Tracking Body Composition Changes
- (1:05:26) - Weight Gain and Adipose Tissue Increase
- (1:10:37) - Bulking and Weight Gain Challenges
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