BMI (Body Mass Index) is a measurement of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both men and women between the ages of 18 and 65 years.
BMI can be used to indicate if you are overweight, obese, underweight or normal. A healthy BMI score is between 20 and 25. A score below 20 indicates that you may be underweight; a value above 25 indicates that you may be overweight.
The higher your BMI, the higher your risk for certain diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, gallstones, breathing problems, and certain cancers.
#2-A: Directions:Â Watch the following BrainPop video and answer the questions below.
https://www.brainpop.com/health/diseasesinjuriesandconditions/obesity/
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What is obesity?
What can you infer from the definitions of overweight and obesity?
The word "sedentary" best describes what kind of person?
What is the most effective strategy in preventing obesity?
#2-B: Use the following calculator to determine the BMI for the individuals listed in the packet. You may also find your individual BMI if desired.