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The BMI does not take into account body composition at all with its measurement. For example, a person with is 5 feet tall and weighs 110 pounds has a BMI of around 21. -- These are the measurements for my 8-year old daughter. Now, I also have a sister-in-law who is 5 feet 1 inch tall, she is a serious bodybuilder, and she weighs 125 pounds, making her BMI over 23. My sister-in-law is DEFINITELY NOT "fatter" than my 8 year old girl, yet her BMI is higher than my daughter.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoBMI-Body Mass Index-is a measure of the amount of bodyfat on a person of specific weight and height. It'sdesignation may be limited by the person's bone structure, muscular construction and ability to process carbohydartes.
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∙ 14y agoSome especially muscular people, especially athletes, will be very fit and healthy without excess body fat and still have a BMI of more than 25 (for an adult).
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∙ 11y ago-Age isn't took into account.
-BMI has limintations.
-It doesn't account for pregnant women.
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What BMI classes as obesity?
over 30 BMI
Scientific name for- dangerously overweight?
Metric: BMI = kg / m2* Any BMI > 40 is severe obesity * A BMI of 40.0-49.9 is morbid obesity * A BMI of >50 is super obesity- AlphaRecommend me if u like this....
How do you calculate your bmi using your weight as input?
One cannot calculate the BMI with weight alone as the height is also needed. To calculate the BMI that way you take your weight in kilograms and divide it by the square of your height in meters.
Where can I find an obesity weight chart?
There is no definite chart to measure obesity. However, doctors base whether you're in the obese range through your BMI or Body Mass Index. The following website tells you how to properly calculate your BMI and gives you a chart which explains which numbers fall into the obesity range: http://www.annecollins.com/weight-loss/obesity-chart.htm.
What's Obesity?
Obesity can be defined as having a BMI of 30 or more.
What will clinically obese cause?
To be obese you need to have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of more than 30. BMI is calculated using the formula: BMI = weight (in Kg) / height2 (in meters) * Any BMI > 40 is severe obesity * A BMI of 40.0-49.9 is morbid obesity * A BMI of >50 is super obese Excessive body weight is associated with various diseases, particularly cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus type 2, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, and osteoarthritis. As a result, obesity has been found to reduce life expectanc
What scale is used to calculate bmi?
"A BMI scale is used to calculate BMI or Body Mass Index; additionally, a BMI chart, formula, or a standard BMI calculator may be used to calculate BMI or Body Mass Index as well."
How does one calculate body mass index what does does it means?
BMI is a measure that is calculated by dividing body mass by the square of the height. The body mass index is easier to calculate by using a BMI calculator
What should a nineteen year old girl weigh?
That depends on her height. A BMI of 18-24 is normal and healthy. You can calculate BMI using the formula BMI=(weight in kilos)/(height in meters)2.
Your bmi is 25 and you are 6ft 3 do you need to lose weight?
from http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/bmicalc.htm :* Underweight =
What measure defines Obesity?
Obesity normally is defined through the use of body mass index (BMI) measurement
Does a person's diet affect their level of obesity?
I would recommend speaking with your doctor for more information. There is also many websites that can provide the same information. You can also calculate your BMI.
