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Is the BMI fatphobic?

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Exploring the Accuracy of BMI as Health Measurement

The chapter delves into the concept of body mass index (BMI) as a measure of body health, discussing its history, classifications by the World Health Organization, and the limitations in assessing individual health. It also explores alternative body composition measurement methods and the importance of culturally sensitive approaches to measuring obesity.

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