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BMI: Proof it Falls Short as a Measure of Health
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You've probably heard me rant about it before, but it’s worth emphasizing again: BMI is NOT the be-all and end-all statistic measuring our health. Widely adopted in medicine and by insurance companies, it's often used to justify various treatments and decisions. But the truth is, BMI measurements can be downright misleading, especially for those who have undergone significant weight loss.
In this episode, I'm going to illustrate just how flawed BMI can be, using a case study of two patients who have both shed a considerable amount of weight. Through these real-life examples and data, we’ll see why solely relying on BMI might not give you an accurate picture of your health. Instead, we'll explore how understanding body composition can provide invaluable insights that BMI alone cannot, empowering you to make better-informed decisions about your health journey.
If you have lost a significant amount of weight and are feeling confused or frustrated by your BMI, this episode is for you!
Oops! We need to make a small correction from this episode:
“We’re going to think about obesity as being over a body fat percentage of 31%.”
References
InBody Scale
Podcast Episode 58: Body Composition: How to Assess It and Why It Matters
Optimizing Fat Loss and Maintaining Muscle on a GLP 1 Mini-Course
Audio Stamps
00:50 - Dr. Rentea explains why relying solely on BMI can be misleading, especially for those who have lost a lot of weight, as it doesn't account for factors like loose skin.
03:45 - We hear a real life scenario from Dr. Rentea’s clinic, comparing two patients who have lost significant weight, which highlights the limitations of BMI as a sole measure of health.
06:55 - Dr. Rentea explains the issues that can arise when body fat drops too low.
07:49 - We find out why getting a body composition analysis helps you understand your metabolic health and differentiate between vanity goals and health goals.
Quotes
“If you're only looking at that BMI, you do not understand the health of the person.” - Matthea Rentea MD
“You can actually be incredibly healthy and still not be in a ‘mid-range/normal’ BMI.” - Matthea Rentea MD
“You need to work with someone that actually understands what to look at, what's important, and what's not.” - Matthea Rentea MD
“The reason we use the InBody is because we'll start to see t
All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.
If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com
107 episod
Manage episode 422944643 series 3451144
You've probably heard me rant about it before, but it’s worth emphasizing again: BMI is NOT the be-all and end-all statistic measuring our health. Widely adopted in medicine and by insurance companies, it's often used to justify various treatments and decisions. But the truth is, BMI measurements can be downright misleading, especially for those who have undergone significant weight loss.
In this episode, I'm going to illustrate just how flawed BMI can be, using a case study of two patients who have both shed a considerable amount of weight. Through these real-life examples and data, we’ll see why solely relying on BMI might not give you an accurate picture of your health. Instead, we'll explore how understanding body composition can provide invaluable insights that BMI alone cannot, empowering you to make better-informed decisions about your health journey.
If you have lost a significant amount of weight and are feeling confused or frustrated by your BMI, this episode is for you!
Oops! We need to make a small correction from this episode:
“We’re going to think about obesity as being over a body fat percentage of 31%.”
References
InBody Scale
Podcast Episode 58: Body Composition: How to Assess It and Why It Matters
Optimizing Fat Loss and Maintaining Muscle on a GLP 1 Mini-Course
Audio Stamps
00:50 - Dr. Rentea explains why relying solely on BMI can be misleading, especially for those who have lost a lot of weight, as it doesn't account for factors like loose skin.
03:45 - We hear a real life scenario from Dr. Rentea’s clinic, comparing two patients who have lost significant weight, which highlights the limitations of BMI as a sole measure of health.
06:55 - Dr. Rentea explains the issues that can arise when body fat drops too low.
07:49 - We find out why getting a body composition analysis helps you understand your metabolic health and differentiate between vanity goals and health goals.
Quotes
“If you're only looking at that BMI, you do not understand the health of the person.” - Matthea Rentea MD
“You can actually be incredibly healthy and still not be in a ‘mid-range/normal’ BMI.” - Matthea Rentea MD
“You need to work with someone that actually understands what to look at, what's important, and what's not.” - Matthea Rentea MD
“The reason we use the InBody is because we'll start to see t
All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast.
If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com
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