Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measurement of body fat based on a person’s weight and height. The BMI number is usually a good indication if you are at a healthy weight.
The calculation applies to adult men and women only. Doctors use BMI as a screening tool for such weight-related diseases as heart disease, diabetes and cancer. In addition, if you’re considering weight loss surgery, most bariatric clinics have minimum BMI requirements, and your insurance may as well. Check with your doctor for more information on requirements. To learn if you’re a good candidate for bariatric surgery, take the quiz from Soma Weight Loss.
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