Can a person have 0 percent body fat?

No, a person cannot have 0 percent body fat.

Essential fat is necessary for the body to function properly. It helps to protect organs, insulate the body, and store energy. The minimum essential body fat percentage for men is about 2-5% and for women, it's about 10-13%.

Attempting to reach 0% body fat can be dangerous and lead to health problems such as:

- Malnutrition: A person with 0% body fat would not have enough essential nutrients to function properly. This can lead to a variety of health problems, including fatigue, weakness, and hair loss.

- Organ failure: Essential fat helps to protect organs from damage. Without this protection, organs can begin to fail.

- Death: In extreme cases, a person with 0% body fat can die.