BMI, or Body Mass Index is based on a formula using height (inches) & weight (pounds):

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BMI= (703 * weight) / (height * height)

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Waist measurement, with or without considering BMI, is a more accurate way to determine a healthy weight. Measurements above the maximum for both men and women reflect an increase risk on developing diseases, like heart disease and

Type 2 Diabetes. 

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Healthy Waist Meas. for Men:  <40 inches

Healthy Waist Meas. for Women:  <35 inches