Is lower body fat percentage healthier?

Body fat is a necessary criterion for measuring a person's physique and is also a standard for judging physique. Therefore, when we try to lose weight in our daily lives, we pay more or less attention to our body fat percentage. Only when the body fat percentage is within the standard range, can the physique be considered standard.

So, is it better to have a lower body fat percentage? What are the negative effects of having an excessively low body fat percentage on our health? 

Firstly, let us understand the meaning of the body fat percentage. The body fat percentage refers to the proportion of body fat tissue to total body weight. For adult men, the healthy body fat percentage range is 10% to 20%, while for adult women, the healthy body fat percentage range is 18% to 28%. When the body fat percentage is lower than this range, some health problems may occur. 

However, this is only a rough guide, and in reality, everyone's situation is different and needs to be evaluated according to individual circumstances. 

In some cases, having low body fat may pose health risks. On the other hand, some people may have naturally low body fat. These people's body composition may be different from the normal range, but it does not necessarily mean that they are unhealthy.  

For example, the body fat percentage of some athletes and fitness enthusiasts may be lower than the normal range, but this does not necessarily mean that they are unhealthy.

The health risks and dangers of low body fat include: 

1.Metabolic disorders: Low body fat may pose a risk of metabolic disorders. Metabolic disorders can cause chemical imbalances in the body, leading to chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. 

2.Weakened immune system: Low body fat may pose a risk of weakened immune system. Body fat tissue is an important source of immune cells. If the body fat percentage is too low, it will affect the normal functioning of the immune system.  

3.Osteoporosis: Low body fat may pose a risk of osteoporosis. Body fat tissue is an important regulator of bone density. Low body fat can lead to weak and fragile bones, increasing the risk of fractures. 

4.Mental health problems: Low body fat percentage may cause emotional instability, irritability, fatigue, and depression. These psychological problems may affect other aspects of the body, such as sleep quality and immune system function. 

In addition, for women, low body fat percentage may affect their menstrual cycle and fertility. The level of body fat in women is very important for ovarian function and estrogen secretion. Low body fat percentage may cause menstrual disorders, amenorrhea, ovarian dysfunction, and decreased fertility. 

Although excessively low body fat can cause health problems, excessively high body fat is also a health risk. Excessively high body fat increases the risk of diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes.

In conclusion, we should maintain a proper body fat percentage to maintain good health. Using the BodyPedia body fat scale can help us better understand our physical condition, adjust our diet and exercise plan in time, and better manage our health.