Omron Healthcare HBF-510 instruction manual Body Mass Index, Body FAT

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INFORMATION ON BODY COMPOSITION

BODY MASS INDEX

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator of body fatness for people. BMI does not measure body fat directly, but research has shown that BMI correlates to direct measures of body fat. BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for adults.

BMI is calculated by using the following formula based on a ratio between your weight and height:

BMI = weight (lb) / height (inches) / height (inches) × 703

Interpreting the BMI Result

BMI

BMI (Designation by the WHO)

BMI Classification Bar

BMI Rating

 

 

 

 

 

 

Less than 18.5

- (Underweight)

 

7.0

- 10.7

 

10.8 - 14.5

 

 

 

14.6

- 18.4

18.5 or more and less than 25

0 (Normal)

 

18.5

- 20.5

 

20.6 - 22.7

 

 

 

22.8

- 24.9

25 or more and less than 30

+ (Overweight)

 

25.0

- 26.5

 

26.6 - 28.2

 

 

 

28.3

- 29.9

30 or more

++ (Obese)

 

30.0

- 34.9

 

35.0 - 39.9

 

 

 

40.0

- 90.0

Source: Values for obesity judgment proposed by WHO, the World Health Organization.

BODY FAT

Body fat serves a vital role in storing energy and protecting internal organs. We carry two types of fat in our bodies: 1) essential fat which is stored in small amounts to protect the body and 2) stored fat which is stocked for energy during physical activity. While too much body fat may be unhealthy, having too little fat can be just as unhealthy. Also, the distribution of body fat in men and women is different, so the basis for classifying the body fat percentage is different between the genders.

Interpreting the Body Fat Percentage Result

Gender

Age

Low (–)

Normal (0)

High (+)

Very High (++)

 

20-39

< 21.0

21.0

- 32.9

33.0 - 38.9

_

 

> 39.0

Female

40-59

< 23.0

23.0

- 33.9

34.0 - 39.9

_

> 40.0

 

60-79

< 24.0

24.0

- 35.9

36.0 - 41.9

_

 

> 42.0

 

20-39

< 8.0

8.0

- 19.9

20.0 - 24.9

_

 

> 25.0

Male

40-59

< 11.0

11.0

- 21.9

22.0 - 27.9

_

> 28.0

 

60-79

< 13.0

13.0

- 24.9

25.0 - 29.9

_

 

> 30.0

Source: NIH/WHO guidelines for BMI

Source: Gallagher et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 72, Sept. 2000

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Contents Full Body Sensor Body Composition Monitor Scale Table of Contents Date Purchased Serial Number IntroductionOperating the Device Safety InformationCare and Maintenance Principles of Full Body Sensing Calculations Information on Body CompositionBody FAT Body Mass IndexNormal + High ++ Very High Visceral FATSkeletal Muscle 170 160 150 LONG-TERM Planning for Successful Weight LossAvoid Taking Measurements Under the Following Conditions Recommended Measurement TimesResults may differ from actual body fat percentage Display Unit Know Your UnitKnow Your Unit Power Switch Using the Display UnitReplace the battery cover Battery InstallationLocate the Battery Cover on the back Install 4 AA size batteries so the +Battery Replacement Press the Power Switch to turn the monitor on Setting Personal DataLift the Display Unit out of the Display Unit Holder Enter your Personal Data Select a Personal Profile Number or the Guest modeChanging Personal Data Setting the GenderSelect the Personal Profile Number you want to delete Deleting Personal DataSelect the Personal Profile Number you want to change Refer to on pages 19 and 20 to enter your personal DataCorrect Posture for Measurement HOW to Take a MeasurementHow to Hold the Grip Electrodes HOW to Measure Body CompositionPress the Guest button while holding the Display Unit Start the measurement Press the SET/MODE button to check the measurement results Understanding Your Measurement Results Step onto the Measurement Platform HOW to Measure Weight onlyCheck the measurement result Error Cause Correction Display Error IndicatorsProblem Cause and Solution Troubleshooting TipsCare and Maintenance FCC Statement Limited Warranty WarrantyBMI Specifications