Body Mass Index
Also known as: BMI
Description
Body Mass Index is an index of desirable weight for adults. It is calculated by dividing a person’s weight (in kg) by the square of a person’s height (in meters).
Usefulness of BMI Measurement
Metabolism
BMI is a useful criteria for determining the existence of Obesity. [1]
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