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July 1, 2025

How to Align Your Supplement Stack with Your Body Composition Goals

Want better results from your supplements? Learn how to align your stack with your DEXA scan data to support your fat loss, muscle gain, or bone health goals.

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How to Align Your Supplement Stack with Your Body Composition Goals

Not all supplements are created equal—and not all of them are right for your body.

Whether your goal is to build lean muscle, burn fat, support recovery, or improve bone health, your supplement stack should be tailored to your body composition data. That’s where a DEXA scan comes in.

With the precise insights from a DEXA scan, you can stop guessing—and start supplementing strategically.

Why Guessing with Supplements Doesn’t Work

Most people buy supplements based on trends, influencer posts, or trial and error. The problem?

  • You don’t know if you’re supporting muscle or just adding water weight.
  • You could be underdosing—or wasting money on ingredients you don’t need.
  • You’re not optimizing for your unique fat, muscle, and bone profile.

That’s like taking random medicine without knowing the diagnosis.

Use Your DEXA Scan to Build the Right Stack

A DEXA scan gives you a detailed breakdown of:

  • Total and regional body fat
  • Visceral fat (the kind that increases disease risk)
  • Lean muscle mass by limb and trunk
  • Bone density

This data tells you where your body needs support—and helps fine-tune your supplement strategy.

Goal-Specific Supplement Strategies

If You Want to Build Muscle

  • Creatine Monohydrate: Supports strength and muscle mass gains.
  • Whey or Plant-Based Protein: Helps you hit your protein target without over-relying on food.
  • Omega-3s: Reduces inflammation and supports recovery.
  • Vitamin D + K2: Enhances bone strength and muscle function—especially critical if your scan shows low bone density.

If You Want to Lose Fat

  • Caffeine + Green Tea Extract: Mild metabolic boosters when paired with training and nutrition.
  • Protein Supplement: Helps preserve lean muscle while cutting.
  • Berberine or Inositol: May support blood sugar regulation and fat metabolism.
  • Magnesium: Supports stress recovery, better sleep, and fewer cravings.

If Your Bone Density Is Low

  • Calcium + Vitamin D: The foundation for bone health.
  • Magnesium + Zinc: Crucial cofactors in bone metabolism.
  • Collagen Peptides: May support connective tissue and joint health alongside bone density.

If You’re Rebalancing After GLP-1s or Weight Loss

  • Leucine-rich EAA formulas: To protect and rebuild muscle mass.
  • Electrolytes + B-complex: Support energy, hydration, and nutrient absorption during recomposition.
  • Digestive enzymes or probiotics: Help optimize nutrient uptake when appetite is suppressed.

Why Monthly DEXA Scans Make This Even Better

Tracking your body composition every month or every other month helps you see exactly:

  • Which supplements are actually working
  • Whether you’re building or losing lean mass
  • How your visceral fat levels are trending
  • Whether you need to switch, add, or drop supplements

Without this feedback loop, you’re flying blind.

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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