Why does the BMI not consider the frame size?
06/22/08
According to frame size wieght calaulator a person with a large frame that is 5' 10" should wieght between 176-186.5lb but if you calculate the BMI for that person they would be considered overwieght
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Hi Charles,
BMI (body mass index) was developed as a quick screening tool to determine body fat. Studies have shown a good correlation between BMI and direct measures of body fat, such as underwater weighing or skinfold thickness. BMI is intended to be used for screening and not diagnosing a health problem. If someone has a high BMI then other factors would be looked at to determine if weight was a health issue, such as frame size, muscularity, family history, skinfold measures, waist circumference, etc.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
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