I have noticed that my Tanita bathroom scale seems to be unable to differentiate between calorie-free water and heavy calories. After drinking much water during the day I will show up as higher BMI than after eating something like chocolate.
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Q: My Tanita bathroom scale says my BMI is 38, but your BMI calculator says 24.5. Which is correct?
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2/ 7/10 4:33pm
This is because a Tanita BIA scale predicts BMI by electrical impulses. When you drink more water the current travels faster through your body giving you a higher score. Try achieving good hydration, drinking about a liter of water the night before you weigh yourself and try it in the morning when you wake up...see if it stays a bit more constant that way!
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Thanks for your help. I'll try this today.