About BMI for Adults

Posted on October 11, 2007 by admin

What is BMI?

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator of body fatness for people. BMI does not measure body fat directly, but research has shown that BMI correlates to direct measures of body fat, such as underwater weighing and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA).1, 2 BMI can be considered an alternative for direct measures of body fat. Additionally, BMI is an inexpensive and easy-to-perform method of screening for weight categories that may lead to health problems.

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Can Your Body Mass Index Help You Lose Weight?

Posted on September 29, 2007 by admin

The short answer is no. Your Body Mass Index (BMI) alone will not help you shed pounds; however, understanding your BMI is a first step in the journey towards your healthy weight. Knowing your BMI allows you to evaluate, review, and Take Action!

What is it The body mass index (BMI) is one of the most well known and reliable scales used to measure the ratio of a persons height and weight. Once calculated, your BMI can help determine if you are underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. The BMI measurement alone will not shed the pounds for you however understanding your index and where you fall on the range is an important first step in the process.

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