BRI and Beyond: How Prism Labs Gives You a Full Picture of Your Health

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BMI is a metric that is almost 200 years old, and was never intended to be used alone as a measure of health [NIH]. It is calculated using a person's weight and height, but fails to account for key factors like fat distribution, muscle mass, and metabolic health. As with any generalization, gaps appear. For instance, two individuals with identical BMIs could have vastly different health profiles—one may have high visceral fat (linked to chronic diseases), while the other could be lean and muscular. This oversimplification can lead to misclassification and missed opportunities for personalized care.

What's next?

Enter the Body Roundness Index (BRI), a more nuanced metric that incorporates waist and hip circumference alongside height. By focusing on body shape and fat distribution—particularly visceral fat—BRI provides a clearer picture of health risks. Studies show that high BRI scores are strongly correlated with conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome [Frontiers]. Unlike BMI’s reliance on weight alone, BRI captures the geometric "roundness" of the body, which better reflects abdominal fat—a critical predictor of health outcomes. When used in conjunction with BMI, BRI offers a more comprehensive view of an individual's health profile, bridging gaps in traditional assessments.

Prism Labs' Solution

At Prism Labs, we provide cutting-edge body scan technology to empower individuals with actionable insights about their health. Our scan insights leverage body fat %, BRI, visceral fat %, and more, allowing for a deeper understanding of body composition and associated risks, paving the way for personalized interventions. As healthcare moves toward precision medicine, adopting tools like BRI ensures that assessments are not only accurate but also personalized across diverse populations. 

Empower your members with Prism Labs’ cutting-edge 3D body scanning technology, which goes beyond outdated metrics to provide a tailored assessment of their body composition. Get in touch today and discover how easy it is to gain actionable insights that empower your members to make smarter health decisions—right from the comfort of their homes!