DEXA versus the rest (scales, InBody, skin folds etc)

Resting metabolic rate (RMR) testing is currently in the spotlight due to its role in personalised health and fitness. With a surge in interest towards tailored wellness strategies, RMR testing offers crucial insights into individual energy expenditure at rest. It aids weight management by informing precise calorie needs and supports athletes in optimising performance through tailored nutrition plans. RMR testing serves as a vital tool for monitoring metabolic health, detecti

DEXA and Exercise Physiologist Interventions DEXA scans provide an Exercise Physiologist with detailed body composition data, enabling...

Why Each Machine is Unique Have you heard about DEXA scans? They are a high-tech way to measure your body fat, muscle, and bones. But...

DEXA body composition scans can be particularly valuable for everyday people who are not necessarily athletes, bodybuilders, or...

Assessing the symmetry of lean mass is an important reason some individuals opt for a DEXA scan. Assessing Lean Mass Symmetry:...

Using DEXA for assessing body composition in bariatric clients has the added benefit of shifting the focus away from solely using scale...

Increasing bone density and preventing bone loss are important for maintaining overall bone health and reducing the risk of fractures....

Calcium plays a crucial role in muscle contraction. When a nerve impulse reaches the muscle, it triggers the release of acetylcholine,...

Did you know that if you engage in regular and intense exercise, it is essential to have enough calcium to support muscle contraction....

A DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry) body composition scan and a DEXA scan for measuring bone mineral density (BMD) are two...

DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is a more comprehensive and accurate method for assessing body composition compared to...

Made with lupin flour, these gluten-free zucchini fritters are tasty and super quick to whip up! Ingredients: FRITTERS 100g self raising...

This tasty recipe calls for kecap manis, an Indonesian sweet soy sauce with a sweeter and thicker consistency than regular soy sauce....

You are only 6 ingredients away from a batch of these delicious and oh-so-easy cookies the whole family will enjoy. They're also paleo...

Low fat and quick to prepare, while being rich in iron, fibre and vitamin C. Ingredients 100g wholemeal penne 1 tsp rapeseed oil 1 large...

The perfect belly-warming soup for when the mercury drops. Ingredients: Pumpkin 1.2kg 1 Chilli 1 onion 50g of butter or nuttelex olive...

Jacinta King - talks about why we allow 30 mins for your first scan. When you come in for your initial DEXA scan, it's a thirty minute...

Busting the myth that DEXA scans are only for sporty, fit people and talks about measuring visceral fat. There is a perception that DEXA...

Hi! I'm Amie Cox and I own Target Nutrition and Physique Science. I thought I'd say hi and share a little of my background with you and...