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What Does Your T-Score Really Mean?
Episode 416th September 2025 • Say Yes! to Chocolate • Dr. Becky Online
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Have you ever stared at your DEXA scan results and wondered what those mysterious numbers—like -1.0 or -2.5—actually mean? You’re not alone.

In this episode of Say Yes! to Chocolate, Dr. Becky and Sara break down T-scores in plain English. We explain:

✅ What a T-score really measures (and why it matters)

✅ The “traffic light” system to know if your results are in the green, yellow, or red zone

✅ The difference between T-scores, Z-scores, and BMD (and why reports can look so confusing)

✅ What those numbers mean for your bone health—and the simple steps you can take if you’re in the warning zone

If you’ve ever felt anxious or confused about your bone density results, this episode will help you finally make sense of it all—and remind you that knowledge is power when it comes to protecting your bones.

00:00 Introduction to T Scores and DEXA Scans

01:24 Understanding T Scores

03:00 Interpreting T Scores and Bone Density

06:12 Z Scores and Bone Mineral Density (BMD)

10:03 Practical Steps for Bone Health

15:26 Conclusion and Next Steps

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