The two-year test may bring the Navy - and perhaps the other services - closer to scientific consensus on the best way to ...

Some smart scales can even measure your visceral fat, a type of fat ... For the most accurate body composition measurements, the gold standard would be a DEXA scan (dual-energy X-ray ...

the DEXA scan is the gold standard, using low-dose X-rays to measure lean muscle mass, body fat percentage and bone density and offering a comprehensive understanding of your physique.

When it comes to our health, knowledge is key, and depending on your goals, you can do plenty from the comfort of your own home to manage your weight loss, weight gain, or general body composition.

is indeed a gold standard for body fat measurement — and has a price tag to match. New scanners can cost up to $80,000, while individual DEXA scans, obtained commercially, can cost $300 apiece.