Body Composition: BMI, Metabolic Rate & Fat Metabolism

Body composition analysis relies on BMI calculation, understanding BMR/RMR standards, and identifying the biochemistry behind fat metabolism and lipolysis.

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Can Protein Be Converted to Body Fat?

Whether you're trying to build muscle or lose weight, you may be adding more protein to your diet. While protein offers a number of benefits when consumed in adequate amounts, excess calories from protein are converted to body fat.

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Body Mass Index

Is it Possible to Have a High BMI & Not Be Obese?

The body mass index, or BMI, is a tool that measures your body's fatness, which is an indicator of health. While BMI is useful for most people, however, it may not be a good measurement of health for athletes or bodybuilders.

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BMI Measuring Instruments

The Body Mass Index is a simple tool that estimates body fatness using a mathematical formula. The only instruments necessary to measure your BMI are a scale, a tape measure -- to determine your height -- and a calculator. If you're unsure exactly how to estimate your BMI, talk to your doctor.

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