BMI: The Number Your Doctor Gives You—And Why It Can Mislead You

We’ve all heard about BMI—the body mass index doctors use to categorize weight. But does it really tell you how healthy you are?
In this video, you’ll learn:
• How BMI is calculated and what the numbers mean
• Why the American Medical Association says BMI should never be the only measure used for health decisions
• How fat location—especially belly fat—affects your heart and diabetes risk
• Why fat in the liver can be dangerous even if your BMI is “normal”
• The better measurements your doctor can use for a truer picture of your health
Your BMI is a starting point—not the full story. Discover what else you should measure to truly understand your health risk.