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Body Mass Index (BMI) Definition: of Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, Andcardiovascular Disease
Body Mass Index (BMI) Definition: of Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, Andcardiovascular Disease
Body Mass Index (BMI) Definition: of Type 2 Diabetes, Hypertension, Andcardiovascular Disease
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a relationship between weight and height that is
associated with body fat and health risks. Research has identified the health risks
associated with a wide range of BMIs (both high and low values.)
increased waist circumference.(over 40 inches for men and over 35 inches for
women).
Obesity Class II: BMI 35.039.9 - Very high health risks
Obesity Class III - Extreme Obesity: BMI 40 and above. Extremely high health
risks.
The specific health risks for these classes are increased incidence of type 2
diabetes, hypertension, andcardiovascular disease.
Calculating BMI
BMI = body weight in kilograms/height in meters squared.
BMI = x KG / (y M * y M)
where
x=bodyweight in KG
y=height in m
Step by Step:
1. Give weight in kilograms
2. / (divided by)
3. Height in meters
4. / (divided by)
5. Height in meters
6. =
Requirement for
Nutrition and Diet
Therapy
Level II BSN