Your Metabolism Isn't Broken | DEXA Scans, Body Composition & Metabolic Health with Adam Meredith
What if everything you've been told about your metabolism is wrong? I got my BMR and body composition properly tested — and the results were not what I expected.
In this episode I sit down with Adam Meredith, chiropractor turned metabolic health and body composition specialist and founder of Body Measure, to unpack what my DEXA scan and metabolic rate test actually revealed: a BMR of 1,201 calories, an 87% fat-burning ratio, and a flag for osteopenia I didn't see coming.
We cover the science of metabolic flexibility, why muscle mass is non-negotiable for women as we age, how cortisol and poor sleep are silently damaging your metabolism, and the practical steps you can take right now — from Zone 2 cardio and strength training to morning light and sleep hygiene.
Adam's message is clear: your metabolism is listening to your lifestyle every single day. That means you have more power than you think.
Stay to the end — the actionable plan Adam outlines might just change how you approach your health this year.
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About Emma:
Feel better, think clearer and boost your energy — without burnout, guilt or extremes.
I’m Emma Sutherland, an Australian clinical naturopath, author and mum helping women and families build strong, sustainable health using evidence-based integrative medicine.
With over 22 years of experience in women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, gut health and children’s wellbeing, I translate complex science into practical tools that fit real life. I’m the author of 50 Foods That Will Change Your Life and Sophia Eats, and host of Australia’s leading practitioner health podcast, FX Medicine.
Here you’ll find science-backed wellness advice, natural health strategies, hormone support, nutrition tips and honest conversations about what really works.
Because true health isn’t about perfection — it’s about understanding your body and making smart, sustainable choices.
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