Rethinking Body Mass Index (BMI) : Is it a true measure of health?
For decades, Body Mass Index (BMI) has been used by doctors to assess health related to weight and obesity. A report from The Lancet Institute highlights the need to distinguish between pre-clinical and clinical obesity for better treatment. In this podcast, accredited dietitian Purva Gulyani explains why BMI may not accurately reflect an individual's health.
SBS Hindi · SBS Audio
February 23, 202511m 29s
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Show Notes
For decades, Body Mass Index (BMI) has been used by doctors to assess health related to weight and obesity. A report from The Lancet Institute highlights the need to distinguish between pre-clinical and clinical obesity for better treatment. In this podcast, accredited dietitian Purva Gulyani explains why BMI may not accurately reflect an individual's health.