Body Mass Index (BMI) is a numerical value derived from a person’s weight and height. It is used to categorize individuals into different weight categories. These categories help identify potential health risks assiciated with being under or over weight. However, BMI does not measure body composition and cannot differenciate weight between body fat and muscle mass.
Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the amount of calories that your body needs to perform basic functions whilst at complete rest. Your body then uses additional calories based on the amount of activity you do.
The Miffin-St Jeor calculation (or equation) calculates your basal metabolic rate (BMR) based on an esimated average. It then uses an activity activity index to calculate the number of calories you need to maintain your current body weight. The results are based on an estimated average.
Recommended healthy weight loss is between 1lb to 2 lbs per week. The equation uses 1lb of body fat is equal to 3500Kcal.
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The waist to hip ratio is a measurement that compares the circumference of your waist to that of your hips. Waist to hip ratio is used to assess the distribution of body fat, which can potentially increase the risk of developing chronic illnesses such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes melitis, high blood, stroke etc.