Nov 9, 2020
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter and Bob discuss
different methods to evaluate body composition. They explore ways
of measuring body fat, delineating between subcutaneous and
visceral fat, and go over best strategies for improving body
composition and optimizing health. They also discuss insulin
resistance using a patient case study that highlights interventions
capable of reversing the condition. Finally, Peter addresses his
level of concern about a recent Consumer Report finding that Topo
Chico had the highest levels of a class of synthetic chemicals
(PFAS) of all the carbonated bottled waters tested. Peter concludes
by sharing if the finding will change his consumption habits. If
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- Body mass index (BMI) vs. body fat percentage (BF%) (1:45);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) (6:25);
- The different types of body fat (9:00);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Computed Tomography (CT Scan) (12:00);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) (14:30);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Hydrostatic/Underwater Weighing (19:25);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Air Displacement (Bod Pod) (22:25);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Skinfold measurement (23:55);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Total Body Water (27:15);
- Methods of assessing body fat—Bioelectrical Impedance (BIA) (28:45);
- The optimal body fat percentage, muscle mass, and the best strategy to improve body composition (31:30);
- Defining insulin resistance and the steps to reverse it (40:15);
- Patient case study: Reversing insulin resistance (49:00);
- Addressing the recent finding of high levels of PFOA in Topo Chico (58:25); and
- More.
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