The Body User Manual by Dr. Quartell

Why BMI Is a Myth (and What to Use Instead)


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What if the way you’ve been measuring your health is all wrong? In this episode, we unpack simple, powerful tools that reveal more about your true health than the scale or BMI ever could.

Inspired by The Body User Manual by Dr. David Quartell, this conversation explores practical tools you can use right now to assess your health. We break down why Body Mass Index (BMI) is outdated (did you know Donald Trump and Arnold Schwarzenegger once shared the same BMI?) and show why tape measures, skin calipers, and waist-to-hip ratios give a clearer picture of body composition. We’ll also cover why tracking sleep with devices like the Fitbit Inspire 3 or SnoreLab app matters more than most people realize, and why a simple home blood pressure cuff can reveal early signs of change in your health. Join us as we continue the “body report card” journey—where honest self-checks and consistent measurement create the foundation for better health.

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