Friday, November 4, 2011

Body Mass Index etc.

B.M.I. is a reliable indicator of total body fat, which is related to the risk of life-threatening diseases. The score is valid for both men and women, but it may overestimate body fat in athletes and others who have a muscular build. It may also underestimate body fat in older people and others who have lost muscle mass.

To determine your B.M.I., click on this link:BMI calculator

(Read the full story at The New York Times)

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