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A hallmark of the past century has been the huge technological advance. Unfortunately, the more we progress, the more we rely 8212; sometimes blindly 8212; on technology.
This is as true for matters related to weight reduction as for any other issue. Almost all weight reduction clinics of repute these days provide a now standard facility that allows the analysis of body composition for fats.
A fat analyser gives you an idea of the presence of body fat as opposed to muscle tissue. This works on the basis that compared to fat, lean tissue has a lower electrical resistance. To assess the volume of fat, electrodes are placed on palms or wrists and sometimes even on ankles and a mild current is passed through body. The amount of current that passes diminishes with the amount of fat.
The tool is popular as it is safe, non-invasive and portable.
But like other technological devices, it has its limitations.
For instance, if your body fat is distributed in a manner that is different from the normal 8212; for example, if you are endowed with excessive abdominal fat 8212; the results may not be accurate.
This is because the underlying quantitative principle in such models is based on assumptions like a normal distribution of fat. Another drawback is the crucial role played by the hydration level of the body in securing accurate readings. In addition, alcohol, caffeine, diuretics, and exercise play a role in the analysis.
Dehydrated states will reflect a higher fat status than the true value. In addition, it is important not to take a reading straight after a meal.
What is not wise is the tendency to rely too much on this tool. One-time measurements are really of very little value. The possible utility 8212; if at all 8212; of this tool could be realised if a series of measurements over a period of time are taken. If then you find that your body fat is creeping up with your weight remaining the same, it is reason for concern.
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