Definitions
Obesity
Abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that presents a risk to health.
Fat to muscle in the body
Not the same amount of weight. Muscle is heavier.
What is the recommended body fat percentage?
- 8-19% for Men
- 21-32% for Women
Body Composition
The relative amounts of fat and fat-free tissues in the body.
Essential fat
- Located in the nerves and cell membranes
- Necessary for body functioning
- 3% for Men
- 12% for women
What is Storage fat used for?
- Energy
- Protection
Body Mass Index (BMI)
The ratio of the body weight divided by height
Storage fat
- Visceral (around organs)
- Subcutaneous (below the skin)
What is the difference between Android pattern and Gynoid pattern of obesity?
A: fat stored in upper body, more common in Men
G: fat stored in waist hips thighs, more common in Women