Body composition scans and bone mineral density scans are both performed using the same DEXA machine, but they answer very different questions. If you've come to this page, you are likely trying to understand what the difference is. A body composition scan measures how your body weight is distributed between fat, [...]
Get to Know Our Exercise Scientist and DEXA Tech, Alina!
Hi, I'm Briana! I'm an Exercise and Sport Scientist, currently studying my Master’s in Exercise Physiology. I've recently joined the Riverside Bodyscan team as a DEXA Technician with a big passion for helping people take control of their health. My love for health and fitness started on my own journey years ago. I was [...]
Thrive Through Menopause & Beyond With DEXA Menopause is a transformative time in a woman’s life, bringing significant changes to the body’s physiology. Understanding these changes and how they impact health is crucial for managing this transition effectively. A DEXA (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) body composition scan can provide [...]
No More 'Good' or 'Bad': Transforming Your Mindset & Relationship Around Food Best organic food By concentrating on how you feel rather than what the scale says, you'll build a healthier relationship with both food and your body. When it comes to weight management, many people often think it’s about [...]
There is an abundance of conversation surrounding body fat and how to lose it. But did you know, it's often less about the fat you can see and more about the hidden danger beneath the surface? This is known as Visceral Fat. Keep reading to learn more about Visceral Fat - what it [...]
Strength training has a name associated with sculpting muscles, bodybuilding and a toned physique alike, but its advantages reach beyond the surface. One very interesting area of research in strength training is its connection to insulin resistance, and how it can combat conditions such as PCOS, diabetes and metabolic syndrome (to name a [...]
In our pursuit for a longer and healthier life, science continually uncovers tools that help us understand our bodies better. One remarkable tool is the DEXA scan. DEXA is originally designed to check bone density, but it goes beyond that to show a detailed picture of our overall health. Let's have a chat [...]
Is your diet still becoming your downfall in terms of your health goals? In today’s fast-paced world, finding the time to figure out how to eat well can be a challenge, and for many people eating well can be second or third on the priority list. With a few strategies, organisation and planning, [...]
The female menstrual cycle is a complex physiological process that affects numerous aspects of a woman’s body, including hormones, temperature, and metabolism. One phase of the menstrual cycle, known as the luteal phase, has been of interest to researchers studying resting metabolic rate (RMR) and its fluctuations in women. In this blog post [...]
