What is BMI?
 What is BMI? |
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The body mass index (BMI), is a statistical measure of the weight of a person based on their height. It is useful as an average. Body mass index is defined as a person's body weight, divided by the square of their height. |
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BMI provided a simple numeric measure of a person's "fatness" or "thinness", which allows healthcare professionals to discuss over- and under-weight problems with their patients. It is meant to be used as a simple means of classifying an individuals body composition. |
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