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How to Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI)

How to Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI). For Adults Age 20 and Above. Introduction. What is BMI? How is BMI calculated? BMI Ranges and Weight Status Table. What is BMI?. Body Mass Index (BMI) is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems. How is BMI calculated?.

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How to Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI)

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  1. How to Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI) For Adults Age 20 and Above

  2. Introduction • What is BMI? • How is BMI calculated? • BMI Ranges and Weight Status Table

  3. What is BMI? • Body Mass Index (BMI) is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems.

  4. How is BMI calculated? • BMI is a number calculated from a person’s height and weight. • Formula: weight (lb) / [height (in)2 ] = X 703 • Example: Weight = 150 lbs, Height = 5’5” (65”) Calculation: [150 ÷ (65) 2 ] X 703 = 24.96

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