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05 January, 2009

BODY MASS INDEX

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Hi friends,good morning.Today i want to post a brief review on BODY MASS INDEX[BMI]

BODY MASS INDEX is defined as the ratio of the weight in Kgs[kilograms] divided by the square of the height in metres[m x m]

UNDERWEIGHT : BMI less than 19.8

NORMAL WEIGHT: BMI between 19.8 to 26

OVERWEIGHT: BMI between 26 to 29

OBESE: BMI above 29

MORBIDLY OBESE: BMI exceeds 35

[please note that these values may vary slightly from book to book,country to country]

Please consult this issue with your doctor before embarking on any health supplements or weight-reducing formulas.

You may also visit the CDC SITE for further information here

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