Your BMI (body mass index) is a measurement of health based upon the ratio between your weight and height.  Alot of people falsely believe that if they are in the "safe zone", they are healthy and free of risk from disease.  The truth is, this outdated measurement does not take into account one's body fat vs. lean muscle mass, which is most important in determining one's risk of disease and overall health. 

So what can you do to keep yourself healthy and aware?  First of all, take the number on the scale and your BMI with a grain of salt.  For a more accurate measurement of success, use a good body fat scale to see how much of your body is fat vs. lean muscle mass.  You can also have someone do measurements in places like your waist and hip (this ratio is important in relation to obesity related diseases), your thigh, bicep, calf, etc.  A good personal trainer should be able to help you to take accurate and regular measurements.

Everyone should get regular blood work done including fasting blood sugar levels, cholesterol, blood pressure and even thyroid levels.  Check with your physician to make sure you are on track with all of your blood work and make sure to get it checked regularly. 

If your blood work comes back unfavorably or your body fat percentage is higher than what it should be, now's the time to take action.  Venice Nutirtion can help you to not only achieve the body  you want, but lower your body fat, increase your lean muscle mass and metabolism, increase your energy and improve your health which may help to prevent disease.  We will provide you with the health plan, tools and most importantly the support you need to shift your health in a positive direction.