Frequently Asked Questions

 
1. I have measured my body fat on two different models of the Tanita Body Fat Monitor and there is a 3% difference in my readings. Why is this?

2. Sometimes, if I get on the body fat monitor twice in one day or two days in a row, there can be a difference in my reading. Is the monitor inaccurate?

3. Accuracy: What conditions might cause skewed results or an Error reading in the display?

4. Body Fat: How much is healthy?

5. Body Fat: My weight is normal and I am reasonably fit. Why is my body fat % high?

6. Body Fat: What are the benefits of measuring it?

7. Body Fat: What health problems are associated with excess body fat?

8. Body Fat: What is it?

9. Body Fat: What should I do if my body fat % is too high?

10. Body Fat: Why do we need it?

11. Dieting: How does it impact the Tanita readings?

12. Features: What are memory keys?

13. Hydration: Why are Hydration Levels Important?

14. Safety: Is the body fat monitor safe to use during pregnancy?

15. Safety: Why can I not use a Tanita Body Fat / Hydration or InnerScan monitor if I have a pacemaker?

16. Safety: Will the electrical signal harm me?

17. Suitability: Why are some of the Tanita Monitors unsuitable for athletes?

18. Technology: How does the Tanita Monitor work?

19. Understanding Tanita: Why are there different readings for male compared with female?