For many of us, stepping on a bathroom scale is a familiar ritual. We’re usually hoping for a lower number—or at least not a higher one. However, the measure of pounds alone reflects little about what’s happening inside our bodies. It reveals nothing about how much of us is fat, muscle, or bone, or where our weight is carried.
Smart scales have exploded in popularity in recent years, as they promise to give us more insights. Unlike traditional scales, they claim to measure body fat, muscle mass, bone density, and even water levels for a more complete picture of health—with just a quick step.
