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As our smart devices get smarter, there are more options than ever for monitoring our health from home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many home smart scales come equipped with an array of features, measurement options, and app integrations. This can leave us uncertain about which scale is the best option, which metrics matter the most, and the degree of accuracy these scales can offer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When it comes to body fat, many home scales use a process called <\/span>bioelectrical impedance analysis<\/span><\/a> \u2013 or BEI analysis \u2013 to estimate body fat percentage. If you\u2019re curious about how to measure body fat percentage at home, this can be a great place to start. But exactly how accurate are body fat scales?<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll consider how BEI scales estimate your body fat, how accurate this body fat reading is, and what some alternatives are if you\u2019re looking to accurately measure your body fat percentage and gain additional insights into your health. <\/span><\/p>\n

<\/span>What does a body fat scale measure?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>
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