BMI: Body Mass Index
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Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a child's weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator of body fatness for most children and teens
| Weight Status Category | Percentile Range |
|---|---|
| Underweight | Less than the 5th percentile |
| Healthy weight | 5th percentile to less than the 85th percentile |
| Overweight | 85th to less than the 95th percentile |
| Obese | Equal to or greater than the 95th percentile |
Great information! Are there normal BMI fluctuations for children or is their BMI usually consistent?
ReplyDeleteGreat gadget to have on your blog! Easy to access and simple. :-)
ReplyDeleteRachelle I believe the BMI is pretty consistent because it just needs your height and weight. But if you click on the website its a great informational site all about the BMI! Thanks for your comment!
ReplyDeleteI like the gadge too. It's very easy to use. Would you say BMI is a pretty accurate indicator of body mass in children and adults?
ReplyDeleteI don't trus this BMI much. I took my BMI and I'm considered over weight with the BMI chart. I weigh 165, I'm 5'9'' or 5'10'', and I'm pretty muscular. And it's not bcause I don't know how to calculate it. We had to do it for one of classes last semester.
ReplyDeleteYeah, BMI charts are not accurate at all for adults. Like nickstandifordcushings said... it doesn't take into account muscle mass, which could make a muscular man seen "obese".
ReplyDeleteAwesome. Most people don't understand the BMI concept. this is great
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