Body Fat: How much is healthy?

Body Fat: How much is healthy?

The ideal proportion of body fat varies according to gender, age and body type. Biologically, women should have more body fat than men. As we get older, our body fat percentage will also increase slightly.

Healthy body fat percentage for standard adults
1. Based on NIH/WHO BMI Guidelines.
2. As reported by Gallagher at NY Obesity Research Center.

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