EPISODE 56: Why Every Midlife Woman on GLP-1s Needs a DEXA Scan with Bill Robison
About this episode
Bill Robison discusses the importance of DEXA scans for midlife women using GLP-1 medications and the implications for body composition and health.
Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by Bill Robison , Navy veteran, sports medicine professional, and founder of Body Fat Clinic in Bakersfield, California. With decades of experience in athletic training, body composition analysis, and metabolic health, Bill explains why the scale doesn't tell the whole story... And why understanding your body composition is essential, especially if you're using GLP-1 medications. We dive into the science behind DEXA scans, muscle preservation, metabolism, and sustainable fat loss, while sharing practical strategies women can use to protect their health for the long term. In this episode, we cover: Why DEXA scans are considered the gold standard for measuring body composition The difference between DEXA scans, InBody scans, and traditional scales Why many women lose muscle (not just fat!) during weight loss How muscle impacts metabolism, body composition, and long-term health The dangers of chronic calorie restriction and metabolic adaptation Reverse dieting and why your body eventually stops responding to low-calorie diets Why calories matter just as much as protein when preserving muscle The importance of…
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