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Body Composition

What it actually is

BMI tells you nothing about composition — a muscular person and a flabby person can have identical BMI. Healthy ranges: women 21–35% body fat (lean to fitness range); men 8–24%. Visceral fat (around organs) is the most dangerous.

Why it matters for Pakistanis

Two people can lose 5 kg — one from fat, one from muscle. Body composition tracking via DEXA scan or InBody analyser shows what's actually changing. Available at major Karachi/Lahore gyms and clinics for Rs. 2,000–6,000.

Related terms

Lean Body Mass

Lean body mass is everything in your body that isn't fat — muscle, bone, organs, water.

Visceral Fat

Visceral fat is fat stored around your internal organs (liver, intestines, pancreas) — the most dangerous kind.

Reviewed by Ghizayat's registered dietitian team. Not a substitute for medical advice.