Video:How to Check the Accuracy of BMI Measurements
with Jennifer R. ScottWhen looking at a body mass index, it's important to know the accuracy of BMI measurements for you, based on your lifestyle and activity. See these tips for finding out the accuracy of BMI measurements.
Transcript:How to Check the Accuracy of BMI Measurements
Is BMI always accurate?General Accuracy of BMI Measurements
The BMI charts may not be accurate for:- body builders
- some high performance athletes
- pregnant women
- the elderly
- some people with physical disabilities
- certain ethnic minorities who were under-represented when the BMI charts were being developed
BMI Measurements as a Screening Tool
That is why it BMI is a screening tool, an initial look that requires further investigation.When the BMI is in the Overweight Range, there is a higher statistical risk of disease, although many people in that range are perfectly healthy.
BMI Measurements That Could Mean Bad Health
However, a BMI over 30 is almost always a problem.But, because BMI doesn’t account for weight from fat vs. muscle, other measurements, specifically waist circumference and body composition, are better predictors of health risk.
But, because BMI doesn’t account for weight from fat vs. muscle, other measurements, specifically waist circumference and body composition, are better predictors of health risk.
