Why Your BMI Still Matters in 2025

Published on April 26, 2025 by CalCairo

Body Mass Index (BMI) has been debated for years, but in 2025, it still holds surprising importance. Here's why understanding your BMI can help you reach smarter health goals...

✅ When BMI is Useful

BMI is a quick and simple tool to assess whether your weight is generally healthy for your height. For large populations, it's still one of the best initial indicators...

⚠️ When BMI is Misleading

However, BMI doesn't account for muscle mass, bone density, or fat distribution. Athletes, for example, may have a "high" BMI but very low body fat...

💡 How to Use BMI Smartly

Think of BMI as a starting point, not the final verdict. Use it along with other measurements like waist-to-hip ratio, body fat percentage, and overall fitness levels...

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