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As restrictions begin to ease in Washington, DC and Virginia, the Composition ID team has been preparing to safely reopen with measured precautions in place that put our clients first. Below is a message from our team about our safety promise and what you can expect when coming in for an appointment. Dear friends, Our…

Although tentative plans to “reopen” society are beginning in some areas of the country, our world may not look the same for a long time. It’s not a surprise that with the changes in lifestyle, routines have shifted which may have brought on less than ideal habits around nutrition and fitness. It may be tempting…

Follow any generic plan and you’ll get generic results – if any at all. Work by yourself and the odds of adhering to said “plan” are slim. When it comes to nutrition, everyone’s goals, lifestyles and preferences are different. Shouldn’t everyone’s nutrition plan be different too? A nutrition coach knows that for those dedicated to…

The question “What does it mean to be healthy?” is a much more comfortable conversation to have with ourselves if we understand the behaviors and measures that can help us reach our fullest health. Obesity is one aspect of health that is frequently discussed due to its overwhelming prevalence. So, what is obesity and why…

Regardless of how you feel about the “takeover” of technology, it’s clear it is serving us well in this era of social distancing by keeping us connected to family, friends – and much needed health services. Virtual Nutrition Coaching is helping many meet the challenges of being at home and maintaining healthy eating habits. We…

Wash your hands, keep your distance, stay inside: the typical script we’ve been hearing from officials as ways to protect ourselves from viruses like COVID-19 and other pathogens. Physical barriers and germ-fighting efforts are extremely beneficial, however, our bodies have a powerful immune system that, when optimized nutritionally, can be another first-line of defense against…

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted much of our daily lives, and with this comes uncertainty around how to maintain healthy fitness and nutrition habits to stay on track with goals – while still staying safe from the virus. However, just like the over-pouring of news headlines, the influx of recommendations for staying healthy can be…

Have you ever wondered why women tend to have higher body fat percentages than men? Are you a relatively fit woman who measured your body composition and were shocked that your number was in the mid or even high 20’s for fat mass percentage? Heather Huntsman, Ph.D., CSSC, explains the differences between men and women…

New science is unveiling a different, though controversial, way to look at conditions related to the inevitable aging process. Experts have been uncovering the root of aging from a cellular level that can manifest in many of the diseases considered a “normal” part of getting older. From this, aging “treatments” in health have become mainstream…

Technology platforms that support fitness, nutrition and overall well-being are a multi-billion-dollar industry – no exaggeration. Apps and software that help track behaviors or provide education have grown in sales and user base, but which ones are actually proven beneficial to consumers? We dug through reports to identify the top apps from the past year…

There is a general consensus in science that creating a caloric deficit leads to weight loss. However, not all weight loss is treated equally, metabolically speaking. Maintaining muscle mass is important for overall health, so how do we avoid losing muscle while restricting calories to lose fat? Heather Huntsman, Ph.D., CSCS dives into the science…

The FDA recently made updates to food labels after three decades of consistent labeling. The new labels reflect new nutrition science and more realistic eating behaviors to better guide consumers in knowing what is best for their health. So what exactly is new about the labels? We’ll guide you through how to navigate updates and…

Composition ID Washington DC client, Mary Emma, designed a sustainable, effective approach to nutrition after gathering data about her specific metabolism. Read on to see how she is able to work towards her health goals by following a tailored nutrition plan and still prioritize a balanced lifestyle. What diet/nutrition plan have you been following and…