eMedTV BMI Articles

BMI Calculater

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 18:10:56 CDT

BMI Calculater
A BMI calculator helps to determine a person's body mass index (BMI). This eMedTV page explains how BMI can be used to assess someone's level of body fat based on his or her height and weight. BMI calculater is a common misspelling of BMI calculator.

BMI Calculator

Sat, 5 Jul 2008 18:13:41 CDT

BMI Calculator
A BMI calculator helps determines a person's body mass index. This section of the eMedTV library provides a BMI calculator that you can use to figure out your body mass index, as well as information to help you interpret your results.

Free BMI Calculator

Mon, 2 Mar 2009 17:39:24 CST

Free BMI Calculator
This eMedTV resource contains a free BMI calculator you can use to quickly determine your body mass index. In addition to the BMI calculator, this article provides information about interpreting your body mass index numbers.

BMI and Obesity

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:35:22 CDT

BMI and Obesity
Statistics indicate that nearly 61 million American adults are obese. This eMedTV resource discusses obesity and BMI in detail and explains how BMI is used to determine if a person is overweight or obese.

BMI and Weight

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 11:55:46 CDT

BMI and Weight
BMI and weight are not the only factors to consider when assessing a person's risk for obesity-related health problems. This eMedTV article explains how waist circumference and other factors are used with BMI and weight when assessing health risks.

BMI Calculation

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 13:42:10 CDT

BMI Calculation
By entering your height and weight into a simple formula, body mass index can be determined. This eMedTV article explains how BMI calculation differs depending on which system of measurement you're using.

BMI Chart for Women

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 16:30:12 CDT

BMI Chart for Women
As explained in this eMedTV resource, there is no special BMI chart for women; it is the same measurement tool used by men. A BMI chart for women will work equally well for men.

BMI Chart

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:16:01 CDT

BMI Chart
A BMI chart allows you to find your body mass index without using the BMI formula. This eMedTV resource explains how this chart works. It also includes a BMI chart and information to help you understand your results.

BMI for Athletes

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 12:53:48 CDT

BMI for Athletes
Using BMI for athletes may not result in an accurate assessment of body fat. As this eMedTV page explains, BMI may overestimate the level of body fat in athletes. This article looks at other ways of assessing athletes' body fat.

BMI for Men

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 10:14:15 CDT

BMI for Men
It doesn't matter if you're calculating BMI for men or women -- it is done in the same way. This eMedTV article provides a formula that may be used to calculate BMI for men or women.

BMI Formula

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:04:11 CST

BMI Formula
As this eMedTV page explains, using the BMI formula is one way to determine a person's body mass index, which is an indirect measure of body fatness. This article explains how to use the formula with either the metric system or the English system.

BMI Scale

Mon, 8 Dec 2008 13:13:49 CST

BMI Scale
In a BMI scale, variations of height and weight measurements are combined in a standard, easy-to-use table. This eMedTV resource features a scale that you can use to determine your level of body fat and includes links to more information on BMI.

BMI Table

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:06:11 CST

BMI Table
A BMI table is an uncomplicated chart that can be used to figure out a person's body mass index. This eMedTV article contains a table you can use in place of the BMI formula and includes charts to help you interpret your results.

BMI

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:23:56 CDT

BMI
BMI, or body mass index, measures a person's body fat based on his or her height and weight. This section of the eMedTV library discusses BMI in detail and provides links to additional information.

Calculate BMI

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:37:50 CDT

Calculate BMI
In order to calculate BMI, the only measurements you need are a person's height and weight. This segment of the eMedTV Web site contains the formula used to calculate BMI and provides information about interpreting results for adults and children.

Calculating BMI

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:16:30 CST

Calculating BMI
As this portion of the eMedTV Web site explains, calculating BMI is simple -- the only two measurements you need are height and weight. This article explains the methods of calculating body mass index and provides links to additional information.

Healthy BMI

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:11:30 CDT

Healthy BMI
For most people, a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered healthy. This article from the eMedTV Web site discusses the importance of a healthy BMI and explains that body mass index is calculated differently for children than for adults.

How to Calculate BMI

Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:37:02 CST

How to Calculate BMI
If you don't know how to calculate BMI, you can learn by visiting this eMedTV Web page. As you're learning how to calculate body mass index, it's important to remember that the formula differs depending on which system of measurement you're using.

Ideal BMI

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:47:26 CDT

Ideal BMI
This eMedTV Web page provides statistics indicating approximately how many Americans have an ideal BMI. Usually, a healthy range for adults is between 18.5 and 24.9; for children, it is normally between the 5th and 85th percentile.

What Does BMI Stand For?

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 13:10:43 CDT

What Does BMI Stand For?
What does BMI stand for? BMI stands for body mass index. This eMedTV article explains how BMI is used to assess a person's level of body fat and to help determine if he or she is at risk for weight-related health problems.

What Is BMI?

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:37:49 CDT

What Is BMI?
BMI is short for body mass index, which is a measurement of body fat based on a person's height and weight. This eMedTV Web page explains how this number is used to help determine if a person is overweight or obese.

Conjugated Linoleic Acid Dosing

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 09:52:13 CST

Conjugated Linoleic Acid Dosing
The recommended conjugated linoleic acid dose for helping people reduce body fat is unknown at this time. This eMedTV page explains why conjugated linoleic acid dosing guidelines have not been established and offers some precautions with the product.

Conjugated Linoleic Acid Side Effects

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:33:14 CDT

Conjugated Linoleic Acid Side Effects
Common side effects of conjugated linoleic acid may include diarrhea, indigestion, and heartburn. This eMedTV segment explains when problems are likely to occur with this supplement and covers which ones may need prompt medical care.

Conjugated Linoleic Acid

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:51:17 CDT

Conjugated Linoleic Acid
Conjugated linoleic acid may be able to reduce body fat and prevent cancer by affecting certain body cells. This eMedTV resource also describes the safety and effectiveness of conjugated linoleic acid and lists possible side effects that may occur.

Drug Interactions With Conjugated Linoleic Acid

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 09:56:17 CST

Drug Interactions With Conjugated Linoleic Acid
Conjugated linoleic acid may cause problems for people taking diabetes medications. This eMedTV Web page explains why there are no specifically known drug interactions with conjugated linoleic acid and covers what to do to avoid possible problems.

Is Conjugated Linoleic Acid Safe?

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 10:27:50 CST

Is Conjugated Linoleic Acid Safe?
Conjugated linoleic acid may cause problems for people who have diabetes or heart disease. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers other safety precautions and warnings with conjugated linoleic acid, including a list of who should not take the drug.

What Is Conjugated Linoleic Acid Used For?

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 09:52:33 CST

What Is Conjugated Linoleic Acid Used For?
Conjugated linoleic acid may be useful for helping people reduce their body fat and for preventing cancer. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at conjugated linoleic acid uses, including information on how the fatty acid works.