BODY FAT –WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
Human body is made up of, among other things, a percentage of fat. Body fat is an important
component of a healthy and g body because it protects vital organs, helps regulate
body temperature, stores vitamins, and helps the body sustain itself when food is scarce.
However, too much body fat or too e body fat can cause damage to your health. It is
difficult to gauge how much body fat we have in our bodies simply by looking at ourselves in
the mirror. This is why it is important to measure and monitor your body fat percentage. Body
fat percentage gives you a r measurement of fitness than weight alone; the n
of your weight loss could mean you are losing muscle mass rather than fat—you could s l
have a high percentage off at even when a weight-only scale indicates ‘normal weight’.
1. Ideal body fat content is NOT the same for all people. Age, sex, and heredity are
variables in this measurement. The table that follows is a general guide. Consult your
physician to determine what is most ideal for you.
Standard for Men Standard for Women
2. It is recommended to measure body fat and weight daily at the same
3. Use this product without clothing for best accuracy. Clothes can vary in weight
and affect the percentage c
4. Feet must be bare and clean. For best readings, they should also be slightly damp.
BODY WATER –WHY MEASURE IT?
Body water is the single most important component of body weight. It represents over half
of your total weight and almos wo thirds of your lean body mass (predominantly muscle).
Water performs a number of important roles in the body. All the cells in the body (whether in the
skin, glands, muscles, brain, or anywhere else) can only n properly if they have enough
water. Water also plays a vital part in g the body’s temperature balance, y
through . The c n of your weight and fat measurement could appear to be
‘normal’, but your body n level could be insufficient for healthy living.
LEVEL OF HYDRATION
This scale measures your weight and the electrical impedance between your feet--and then
combines those readings with the personal info n you entered (Height, Age, Gender). It then
y calculates your body fat percentage. Your level of h n (water content)
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