The Body Mass Index is used to measure body fat based on height and weight. It applies the same value for both adult men and women. Body Mass Index assesses whether an individual is underweight, normal, overweight or obese. It is inexpensive and easily calculated by using a chart method which can be readily found on the internet or in a physician's office. The caveat to this is that there usually is not an explanation attached to it.
I personally am not a great fan to calculating your body mass index because it does not take into account the difference between women and men. Neither can it distinguish muscle mass in athletes or body builders. However, literature states that it is a good way to assess the health of an individual so for the average person it may be a marker to determine a baseline of their health. I do agree that everyone should have an idea of their BMI (Body Mass Index) it can help in setting some goals in lifestyle changes.
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