Can a DEXA scan detect early signs of metabolic dysfunction? Discover how body composition insights reveal red flags like visceral fat and low muscle mass—before blood work does.
If you’ve been feeling off—low energy, stubborn fat gain, slow recovery—but your regular blood work looks “normal,” you might be missing a key piece of the puzzle: your body composition.
A DEXA scan can reveal hidden red flags that traditional tools overlook, especially when it comes to metabolic health. Here’s how.
Metabolic dysfunction is a breakdown in how your body processes and uses energy. It can include:
Left unchecked, it can lead to conditions like prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease, and even cardiovascular issues.
But many of these warning signs show up in your body composition before they show up in blood tests.
DEXA scans measure visceral fat—the dangerous fat surrounding your organs that’s strongly linked to insulin resistance, heart disease, and inflammation. Even people who look lean can have high visceral fat.
Muscle is your body’s metabolic engine. The less muscle you have, the slower your metabolism—and the harder it is to regulate blood sugar or burn fat efficiently.
DEXA reveals how much lean mass you have (and where you’re losing it).
A healthy ratio of muscle to fat is a key marker of metabolic resilience. DEXA shows your trends over time—whether you’re gaining fat, losing muscle, or both.
Muscle loss in one leg or one side of your body may indicate mobility issues or hormonal imbalances—which can lead to lower overall energy expenditure and higher fat storage.
Where you store fat matters. Central fat storage (belly, trunk) is more strongly correlated with metabolic disease than fat stored in hips or thighs. DEXA shows precise fat distribution, not just total weight.
Catching signs of metabolic dysfunction early allows you to:
DEXA scans empower you to intervene earlier—when change is easiest and outcomes are most effective.
For optimal tracking, get a DEXA scan every month or at least every other month. This short iteration cycle allows you to spot early shifts and make immediate changes to your program.
Book Your DEXA Scan in San Francisco at Kalos Today
If you’re ready to take control of your health with the most accurate body composition analysis available, it’s time to book your DEXA scan at Kalos. Whether you’re looking to get lean, build muscle, improve performance, or optimize longevity, our advanced technology and expert guidance will help you get there.
Schedule your scan today at Kalos—your journey to data-driven fitness starts now.
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