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The clinical limitations of BMI should be considered. BMI is a surrogate measure of body fatness because it is a measure of excess weight rather than excess body fat. Factors such as age, sex, ethnicity, and muscle mass can influence the relationship between BMI and body fat.
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∙ 6y ago
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∙ 12y agoIt is based purely on the persons mass and height. It does not take into account the difference between muscle mass and body fat so a person with a higher than average muscle mass may be scored as being overweight (i.e. carrying excess fat which is an indicator of potential ill health) when they are not.
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∙ 11y agoBMI values are:
Underweight: under 18,5
Normal: 18,5-25,5
Overweight: 25,5-29,9
Obese: more than 30
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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
Using body mass index what is 190lbs and 69inches tall?
BMI is 28
Index of a person's weight in relation to height is called?
body mass index
What is body index?
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What is body mask index?
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Is the BMI scale related to height and weight?
Yes, the BMI scale or Body Mass Index is a tool used to measure the percentage of body fat in an individual using both height and weight. The formula uses your weight divided by the square of your height.
Ideal body mass index per height?
The ideal body mass index (BMI) for adults is between 18.5 & 24.9 To figure out what this means for you, try using a BMI calculator or table such as the one below. http://www.halls.md/ideal-weight/body.htm
What does your BMI (Body Mass Index)describe about your body?
The BMI Index describes your body fat percentage.
Is a 23.4 body mass index healthy for a seventeen year old girl?
yes anyone under 25 body mass index is fine
What does bmi stand for in airlines?
it stands 4 body mass index answered by answers for body mass index
What does your bmi body mass index describe about body?
your body fat percentage
What is Michelle Obama body mass index?
24.4
