Is BMI Useless?

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Is BMI a Reliable Measure of Health?

BMI is used everywhere — but is it actually helpful?

In this episode, doctors explain how Body Mass Index is calculated, where it came from, and why it’s still used despite major flaws. We dive into the science behind it, what it gets wrong, and how better tools can give you a more accurate picture of your health.

You’ll learn:

• How BMI is calculated and why it was created
• The biggest limitations most people don’t know
• Whether BMI reflects body fat and health risk
• Why medicine and fitness still rely on it
• Better ways to assess your health today