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INFORMATION ABOUT BODY FAT MEASUREMENT
Body fat scales measure body composition with the Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) technique.
The scale offers an estimated body fat percentage based on how long it takes a small, harmless
electrical current to pass through the body. The more fat the electrical current encounters, the higher
the body fat percentage is, since fat offers higher resistance to electrical currents than muscle. This is
because electrical currents pass easily through the high volume of fluids that muscle tissue contains.
The scale receives the results, which are equal to the user’s total body density. The scale then plugs
the body density figure into an equation to determine body fat percentage based on height and weight.
INFORMATION ABOUT BODY FAT
Body fat is an essential part of the body. The fat in your body allows you to absorb the fat-soluble
vitamins A, D, E and K. Fat also allows you to absorb substances called carotenoids, which act as
antioxidants in your body. Body fat also aids with body temperature maintenance and insulation.
There is a thin layer of fat directly underneath your skin. This fat layer acts like insulation and helps
keep heat inside the body to maintain body temperature. In addition, a layer of fat also surrounds
your bones, tissues, nerves and major organs, such as your heart and brain. This layer of fat acts as
a protective cushion. If you are exposed to severe trauma or a sudden impact, the fat absorbs as
much shock as possible to protect these organs from damage. While some fat is important in
keeping your body functioning efficiently, too much fat can lead to severe medical problems,
including heart disease, heart attack and stroke. The goal of weight loss is to maintain a balanced
relationship between muscle mass and body fat. Please consult your physician for specific information
regarding your health and weight loss plan.
INFORMATION ABOUT BODY WATER
Water is clearly the most important nutrient and the most abundant substance in the human body.
Water comprises more than half of the human mass and is a major component in every cell. All the
cells in the body, including skin, organs, and muscles can only function if they receive the proper
amount of water. Dehydration will degrade a person’s ability to exercise and burn calories, and will
reduce protein synthesis which is needed to build or repair muscles. As a guideline, it is recommended
that adults consume 64 ounces of water each day. Our table on Page 9 should only be used as a
reference towards your fitness regime, diet and fluid intake. As always, please consult your physician.
INFORMATION ABOUT BODY MUSCLE
The muscular system is the body’s network of tissues that controls movement both of the body
structures and organs. Without the muscular system, all other essential functions of the body would
not be able to take place. Muscles are essential to other body abilities as well, including circulation,
digestion, and energy. Building strong muscles is a very important part of your overall health.
When you strengthen your muscles, you will be able to see and feel the results. In addition, your
body fat percentage will also decrease. This scale is designed to give you an accurate percentage
of your body’s muscle profile.
