Total body water

The body water percentage is the amount of fluid in the body, expressed as a percentage of the total body weight.

Water plays an important role in various body processes and is found in every cell, tissue and organ. A healthy body water percentage for women is between 45% and 60%. For men, it is between 50% and 65%.

A healthy body fluid percentage reduces the risk of health problems and ensures that the body functions properly.

The body’s water content is constantly changing. Water is lost through urine, sweat and breathing, but your hydration level can also vary depending on, for example, alcohol consumption, the flu or menstruation.

The total percentage of bodily fluids decreases as the percentage of body fat increases. A person with a high body fat percentage may fall below the average body water percentage. Please note that your body water measurement should be used as a guideline and not to determine specifically your recommended Body Water Percentage. If you have any questions, always consult an expert such as your doctor.