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Body Mass Index(BMI) is the result calculated from a person’s weight and height.BMI provides a reliable indicator of body fitness for most people and is used to screen for weight category that may lead to health problems.According to the BMI Chart from NHLBL study,the index 18.5 and below is underweight,18.5 to 24.9 is normal,25.0 to 29.9 is overweight,30 and above is obese.Overweight and obese individuals are at increased risk for many diseases and health conditions. |
