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HOW DOES THIS SALTER SCALE WORK?
This Salter Scale uses BIA (Bio Impedance Analysis) technology which passes a tiny electrical impulse
through the body to determine fat from lean tissue, the electrical impulse cannot be felt and is perfectly
safe. Contact with the body is made via stainless steel pads on the platform of the scale.
This method simultaneously calculates your personal weight, body fat, total body water, bone mass and
muscle mass, giving you a more accurate reading of your overall health and fitness.
This scale stores the personal data of up to 10 users. As well as being an analyser scale, this scale can
be used as a conventional scale.
BODY FAT - WHAT DOES IT MEAN?
The human body is made up of, amongst other things, a percentage of fat.This is vital for a healthy,
functioning body - it cushions joints and protects vital organs, helps regulate body temperature, stores
vitamins and helps the body sustain itself when food is scarce. However, too much body fat or indeed
too little body fat can be damaging to your health. It is difficult to gauge how much body fat we have in
our bodies simply by looking at ourselves in the mirror.
This is why it is important to measure and monitor your body fat percentage. Body fat percentage
gives you a better measure of fitness than weight alone – the composition of your weight loss could
mean you are losing muscle mass rather than fat - you could still have a high percentage of fat even
when a scale indicates 'normal weight'.
BODY WATER - WHY MEASURE IT?
Body water is the single most important component of body weight. It represents over half of your
total weight and almost two thirds of your lean body mass (predominantly muscle).
Water performs a number of important roles in the body:
All the cells in the body, whether in the skin, glands, muscles, brain or anywhere else, can only function
properly if they have enough water.Water also plays a vital part in regulating the body's temperature
balance, particularly through perspiration.
The combination of your weight and fat measurement could appear to be 'normal' but your body
hydration level could be insufficient for healthy living.
WHY SHOULD I KNOW MY MUSCLE MASS?
According to the American College of Sports Medicine (ASCM), lean muscle mass may decrease by
nearly 50 percent between the ages of 20 and 90. If you don't do anything to replace that loss you're
losing muscle and increasing fat. It is also important to know your muscle mass % during weight
reduction. At rest, the body burns approximately 110 additional calories for each kilo of muscle gained.
Some advantages of gaining muscle mass include:
• Reversing the decline in strength, bone density and muscle mass that accompanies age
• Maintenance of flexible joints
• Guide weight reduction when combined with a healthy diet.
BONE MASS - WHY MEASURE IT?
Regular exercise and a balanced diet can help maintain healthy bones. Like muscle, bone is a living
tissue that can respond to exercise by becoming stronger. For most people, bone mass peaks during
their thirties. After that time, we can begin to lose bone. Regular exercise can help prevent that loss.
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Calcium and vitamin D contribute to healthy bones. Good sources of these are dairy products, green
leafy vegetables and fish.
The bone mass readings given by this product are an estimation of the amount of bone in your body.
Those with osteoporosis or low bone densities may not get accurate estimations. If you have
concerns regarding your bones you should always consult your doctor.
NORMAL HEALTHY RANGE OF BODY FAT & TOTAL BODY WATER PERCENTAGE
For those using Athlete Mode: Note that athletes may have a lower body fat range and a higher
body water range than shown below, depending on their type of sport or activity.
MALE
AGE BODY FAT BODY WATER
18-29 8-19% 60%
30-39 11-21%
40-49 13-23% 55%
50-59 15-25%
60-69 17-27% 50%
BELOW NORMAL
BODY WATER %
Fitness program recommended,
ensure sufficient water intake
LOW BODY FAT %
Weight and body fat OK but
insufficient water intake
HEALTHY BODY FAT %
Change of diet required, ensure
sufficient water intake
HIGH BODY FAT %
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Body water measurement results are influenced by the proportion of body fat and muscle. If the
proportion of body fat is high, or the proportion of muscle is low then the body water results will
tend to be low.
It is important to remember that measurements such as body weight, body fat and body water are
tools for you to use as part of your healthy lifestyle. As short term fluctuations are normal, we
suggest you chart your progress over time, rather than focus on a single days reading.
This product is for domestic use only.
Professional medical guidance should always be sought before embarking on diet and
exercise programmes.
This Salter Scale is calibrated for adult use (age 16+ years).
PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ONLY USE THE WEIGHT FUNCTION.
CAUTION: Do not use this product if you have a pacemaker or other medical device
fitted. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
FEMALE
AGE BODY FAT BODY WATER
18-29 20-30% 50%
30-39 22-32%
40-49 24-34% 47%
50-59 26-36%
60-69 28-38% 45%
Fig 1
NORMAL & ABOVE
BODY WATER %
Fitness program recommended
Ideal balance body fat, muscle mass
and weight
Change of diet required
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