Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple screening tool that calculates whether your weight is healthy for your height by dividing weight in kilograms by the square of height in meters; for adults, BMI categories are: under 18.5 (underweight), 18.5-24.9 (normal), 25-29.9 (overweight), and 30+ (obese), which helps identify risks for diseases like diabetes and heart problems, though it does not directly measure body fat and should be used alongside professional medical advice.
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What is body mass index?
Body mass index or BMI is a [music] simple way to check if your weight is healthy for your height. It is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms >> [music] >> by the square of your height in meters.
For most adults, below 18.5 is underweight.
18.5 [music] to 24.9 is normal.
25 to 29.9 is overweight.
>> [music] >> 30 and above is obese BMI.
It helps identify risk of diseases like diabetes and heart problems.
However, it does not measure body fat directly, [music] so it is not perfect. Always consult a doctor for proper health advice.
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