42. Let's talk about BMI
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Do I need to worry about my BMI number?
Brooke often gets asked about BMI as a dietitian. She shares what it is and why health care providers use it. She also talks about why she doesn't love it and how it doesn't indicate health. She gives you tips on what to focus on instead of BMI.
Here's a sneak peek:
[1:52] What is BMI and why it was created
[3:35] Indicators to look at instead of BMI
[6:44] Reasons why medical providers use BMI
[7:45] What should you focus on for your health?
[11:26] Brooke shares about her BMI and body type and why she doesn't try to get to the "normal" range for her height
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