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Calculate body fat percentage

2017-10-07 02:44:02
I want to reduce fat in my body. How can I check once in a week at home. I heard dexa scan. Is it mandatory to test the fat. Or calliper fat measurement is fine?. Every time dexa scan is not possible for me. I heard it is too costly. Please suggest me
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Take high fiber low fat diet. Drink lot of water everyday. Take small and frequent meals at regular intervals of 2-3 hrs. Avoid outside food completely. Ask me directly for customized diet plan for you

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Deta scan will give you more accurate result . But it is not mandatory to go for dexa scan each week.
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continue with your exercise and well balanced  diet. keep record for inch loss.
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high fiber diet will help you

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