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Dt. Sarmistha Sinha
Consultant - Dietician
B.Sc · M.Sc (Dietetics and Community Nutrition Management) · Certified Diabetic Educator
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How the Body Fat Percentage Works
Body fat percentage tells you how much of your weight is fat. Two people with the same BMI can have very different body fat.
This calculator uses the US Navy tape method. Measure your neck below the voice box, your waist at the navel and, for women, your hips at the widest point.
Want a doctor to look at your result? See our Nutrition & Dietetics specialists or book an appointment.
Our Nutrition & Dietetics Specialists
Specialists at Desun Hospital, Kolkata.
Dt. Sarmistha SinhaConsultant - Dietician12:00 PM – 4:00 PMBook Dt. Sarmistha Sinha on Monday
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Timings can change on holidays — our team confirms your slot when you book.
Body Fat Percentage — Questions
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How accurate is the tape method?
It is usually within 3–4 % of a body scan. Measure at the same time of day each time to track change.
What is a healthy body fat percentage?
For men about 14–24 %, for women about 21–31 %. Athletes are lower; levels above these ranges raise health risk.