The problems with linking weight and health
The Decibel
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Rethinking BMI: Health Beyond Numbers
This chapter critically examines the origins and shortcomings of Body Mass Index (BMI) as a health measurement, emphasizing its limited accuracy across diverse populations. It highlights the need for a more comprehensive understanding of health that transcends simplistic weight categories, particularly advocating for a nuanced view of body size. The discussion also introduces the Body Roundness Index (BRI) as a potential alternative, questioning whether new metrics truly address the stigmatization associated with body size.
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