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Body Mass Index

Used to identify health risks, such as chronic conditions, associated with the body weight of individuals.1 The BMI classification is determined using an individual’s self reported height and weight. BMI is calculated with the following equation

1. Government of Canada. Canadian guidelines for body weight classification in adults [Internet]. 2003 [cited 2019 Sep 26]. Available from: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/healthy-e...