Unlocking Your Health Potential: Understanding Body Composition Analysis
Body composition analysis is a method used to determine the proportions of different body components, including fat, muscle, water, and bone mass. It is an essential tool for evaluating overall health and assessing potential disease risks. Dr. Tatiana Khrom of Coral Springs, Florida, will discuss the steps involved in a body composition analysis with her patients at Khrom Dermatology MedSpa and Wellness Florida and enlighten them on how it can help individuals achieve their health and fitness goals.
What are the steps involved in a body composition analysis?
There are several steps that need to be completed for a body composition analysis. These steps include the following:
- Step 1: Measuring height and weight. The first step in body composition analysis is recording the individual’s height and weight. This information is crucial as it helps to calculate the person’s Body Mass Index (BMI). BMI determines whether an individual is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.
- Step 2: Skinfold measurements. This step involves measuring the thickness of subcutaneous fat (fat under the skin) at specific points on the body using calipers. These measurements are then used to calculate the body fat percentage.
- Step 3: Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA). BIA is a non-invasive method that uses a small electrical current to measure body composition. The current travels more easily through lean tissue, such as muscle and water, than fat. By measuring the resistance of the current, BIA can estimate body fat percentage.
- Step 4: Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry, better known as DEXA scans, employs low-dose x-rays to accurately measure bone density, fat, and lean body mass. This method is considered the gold standard for measuring body composition.
How can a body composition analysis help individuals achieve their health and fitness goals?
By understanding their body composition, individuals can tailor their diet and exercise plans to meet their needs. For example, if an individual has a high percentage of body fat, they may need to focus on reducing their calorie intake and increasing physical activity to promote weight loss. On the other hand, someone with a low muscle mass may benefit from incorporating strength training into their fitness routine to increase muscle mass and improve overall body composition. Our team may also use body composition analysis to help patients monitor their progress toward their goals and adjust their habits and lifestyles as needed.
Schedule an appointment today for a body composition analysis!
Body composition analysis is essential for understanding one’s physical health and creating personalized plans to achieve personal goals. If you are looking for help calculating body fat percentage and monitoring changes over time, this might be a beneficial service for you. Call Khrom Dermatology MedSpa and Wellness Florida of Coral Springs, Florida, at (954) 656-2677 to request a visit with the team.
Dr. Tatiana Khrom
Dr. Tatiana Khrom, a board-certified dermatologist, offers a comprehensive range of cosmetic and surgical dermatological services. With a dual major in biochemistry and philosophy from NYU, she graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. Her journey continued with SUNY Downstate School of Medicine, where she excelled, earning membership in Alpha Omega Alpha.
Dr. Khrom completed rigorous training, including a dermatology residency and a prestigious fellowship in procedural dermatology, specializing in Mohs surgery and advanced laser techniques. Recently, she became a GAIN trainer for Galderma and has been recognized as an Elite Practitioner by Merz Aesthetics. Patients trust her sterling reputation, enhanced by her contributions to medical literature and national presentations.