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Why Visceral Fat Matters: The Health Risk Your Scales and BMI Miss
When it comes to health and fitness, the scale and Body Mass Index (BMI) are often the first metrics people check. They are familiar, convenient, and easy to understand. But relying solely on these tools can be misleading, especially when it comes to visceral fat. This internal fat is stored deep in your abdominal cavity around vital organs such as the liver, pancreas and intestines. While some fat is essential for energy and hormone production.
20th Oct 2025
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DEXA Body Composition Scan Accuracy: Why Classic Calibration Outperforms NHANES and Sets the Gold Standard
Something exciting has happened behind the scenes at BodyScan. When the new management took over in March this year, we made an important upgrade that enhances every client’s experience and delivers even greater accuracy in your results.
14th Oct 2025
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Sarcopenia: Understanding Muscle Loss and How to Fight It
Muscle is often underestimated. Beyond shaping our bodies, it supports every movement, maintains metabolism, and keeps us healthy as we age. When muscle begins to waste away, a condition called sarcopenia, the consequences extend far beyond appearance. Loss of strength, slower recovery from illness, and greater risk of falls are just the start.
10th Oct 2025
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Tracking Fat Loss Without Losing Muscle: The Role of DEXA Scans
Weight loss is a common goal for many people. The narrative is familiar: eat less, move more, and the pounds will drop. While this approach may result in some weight loss, it does not tell the full story. The number on the scale does not distinguish between fat, muscle, and bone. Losing weight without considering lean mass can actually harm your metabolism and long-term health.
6th Oct 2025
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Give Your Loved One the Blueprint of Their Body with a BodyScan Gift Voucher
We all have that one person in our lives who’s impossible to buy for—the one who insists they don’t need anything, or who already seems to own it all. So when birthdays, anniversaries, or Christmas roll around, what can you possibly give them that feels meaningful?
30th Sep 2025
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BodyView Arrives in Richmond: A New Chapter for Health, Fitness and Longevity
Something exciting is happening in Richmond. The leafy streets, the riverside joggers, the cyclists heading towards the park… they are about to get a serious upgrade in how they measure, manage, and understand their health. BodyView is opening a brand-new branch in Richmond, and with it comes a whole new way of looking at your body.
10th Sep 2025
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DEXA Bone Health Scans Now Available in Marylebone from 3rd June!
Exciting news for anyone concerned about their bone health: from Monday 3rd June, BodyScan's Marylebone branch will be offering DEXA Bone Health Scans! Whether you’re worried about osteoporosis, want a baseline as you get older, or just curious about your long-term skeletal strength, this is a game-changer for your health journey.
28th May 2025
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Why Most DEXA Clinics Don’t Focus on Visceral Fat
If you’ve had a DEXA scan at another clinic before, you may have noticed that the report you received didn’t go into detail about visceral fat. While you might have seen an overview of your body fat percentage or bone density, many DEXA scans simply don’t provide a comprehensive look at this critical fat.
15th May 2025
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The Power of Mounjaro and DEXA Body Scan: A Comprehensive Approach to Weight Loss
Starting a weight loss journey is an incredibly personal and life-changing decision. For many, medications like Mounjaro (tirzepatide) have become an essential tool for achieving significant results. Mounjaro works by mimicking two crucial hormones—GLP-1 and GIP—which help to regulate blood sugar levels and suppress appetite, aiding in weight loss.
9th May 2025
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