The abbreviation for the medical condition caused by the wrist ligament compressing the median nerve as it passes between that ligament and the bones and tendons of the wrist is:
Fat mass consists of 20% water and 80% adipose tissue. Healthy ranges of body fat range from between 14-20% for men, a percentage of greater than 25% is considered to be unhealthy and puts the individual at an increased risk of obesity related illness.
Body fat can be divided into two categories: Essential fat and storage fat. As its name implies, essential fat is necessary for normal, healthy functioning. It is stored in small amounts in your bone marrow, organs, central nervous system and muscles. In men, essential fat is approximately 3% of body weight.Women, however, have a higher percentage of essential fat â about 12%. This is because their essential fat also includes some sex-specific fat found in the breasts, pelvis, hips and thighs.n men, essential fat is approximately 3% of body weight. Women, however, have a higher percentage of essential fat â about 12%. This is because their essential fat also includes some sex-specific fat found in the breasts, pelvis, hips and thighs.