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Can you please define body mass index and how is it calculated?

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Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

See below: The body mass index (bmi) is a measure for human body shape based on an individual's weight and height. It is defined as the individual's body mass divided by the square of their height. Google bmi to access calculators to determine your bmi.

Answered 4/23/2013

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