Oregon Scientific SE188 - Manual (Page 13)

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BODY MASS INDEX
Your body mass index is a measurement of the relative
percentages of fat and muscle mass in the human body.
HEALTH
INDICATION BMI
RANGE DESCRIPTION
Underweight Less than
20.0 Your body weight is
currently lower than
average. Work toward
healthy, regular food intake
and exercise routine to
build up your health to
recommended levels.
Recommended 20.0 to
25.0 Your health is at the
recommended level.
Maintain a balanced diet
and exercise to keep your
current level of health.
Overweight 25.1 to
29.9 Your body weight may be
above normal. Increase
your exercise and work out
a diet plan to lower your risk
for serious illness.
Obese 30.0 or
greater At this level, you may be at
risk for heart disease, high
blood pressure, and other
illnesses. Consult with your
doctor to develop a proper
health and fitness plan.
NOTE BMI should not be used as a guideline for health
risks for the following groups:
GROUP REASON
Children and teenagers BMI ranges are only based
on adult heights.
Athletes and body
builders BMI does not differentiate
between fat and muscle,
thus making it inaccurate
for persons with high muscle
volumes.
Pregnant or nursing
women This group generates
naturally high fat reserves as
part of the pregnancy.
People over the age
of 65 Fat reserves naturally tend
to be higher with older
persons.