What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?

January Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:43:03 +0000, 2010 by Jackie  
Filed under Fitness

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI provides a reliable indicator of body fatness for most people and is used to screen for weight categories that may lead to health problems. (Source: CDC)

BMI

Weight Status

Under 18.5

Underweight

18.6-24.9

Normal

25.0-32.0

Overweight

Over 32.0

Obese

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