Meaning of the word BMI in English

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BMI

US /ˌbiː.emˈaɪ/
UK /ˌbiː.emˈaɪ/
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Abbreviation

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Body Mass Index: a measure of body fat based on your weight in relation to your height, used to categorize whether a person is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.

Example:
A healthy BMI is typically between 18.5 and 24.9.
Calculate your BMI to assess your weight status.
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