Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (MindTap Course List)
Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305628007
Author: Judith E. Brown
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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To detemine: Person JT’s BMI and compare it with guidelines.

Introduction: Body mass index (BMI) of an individual is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilogram by square of the height in meter. The guidelines for adult BMI are as follows:

Body Mass Index (BMI)Weight Status
Below 18.5Underweight
18.5-24.9Normal weight
25-29.9Overweight
30 and aboveObese

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To explain: Whether BMI is an accurate measurement of his body fat.

Introduction: Body mass index (BMI) of an individual is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilogram by square of the height in meter.

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