DEXA stands for dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry. Long story short, it’s a highly specialised scan in which two levels of x-ray are used to differentiate your bones from the rest of your body. This allows it to do separate calculations of your bone mass, fat mass and fat-free mass (the other stuff). In clinical settings DEXA […]
Monthly Archives: June 2021
Rejoice! You can finally ditch those bathroom scales and end your body image battle for good. If you’ve been living and dying by that number on the scales to track your health goals, then at MeasureUp we’re here to tell you that, yes, they really have been wrong. Sticking to an exercise and healthy eating […]
SHAKSHOUKA Now that it’s getting cooler, experimenting with warm and hearty dishes are a must! Originating from North Africa and the Middle East, this spicy tomato-based egg meal is perfect for breakfast, lunch or even for dinner (‘brinner’). Serves: 6 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium brown onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced […]
Marketing Myths, Busted! It has never been more confusing than in this day and age when it comes to who and what to believe about nutrition and food. In the era of Instagram influencers and Tik Tok trends, the lines between nutritional fact and fiction are becoming more and more blurred. Let’s lift the lid […]