Obesity Education Initiative Electronic Textbook--Appendices

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	Introduction · Rationale · Methodology and Trial Evidence · Treatment Guidelines · References · Appendices
List of Abbreviations · Guidelines Development Methodology · Literature Review · Description of Evidence · Special Populations · Obesity and Sleep Apnea · Body Mass Index Chart - How To Measure Obesity · Practical Dietary Therapy Information · Resource List · Glossary of Terms

Body mass index (BMI) is usually measured with the Quetelet index as follows: weight divided by height squared (W/H²[kg/m²]).

To easily calculate BMI, visit the Interactive BMI Calculator or BMI Charts.

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