Body Adiposity Index - Better Than Body Mass Index?
Scientists have developed a new way to measure whether a person is too fat without having people step on the scale.
The new measure, called the Body Adiposity Index, or BAI, relies on height and hip measurements, and it is meant to offer a more flexible alternative to body mass index, or BMI, a ratio of height and weight.
We are trying to evaluate which stands a better chance of being voted the best measure of weight, is it both or none. We would like you to share your opinions on this debate.
As you know; BMI=Weight in kg/Height*Height in meters
and BAI = (hip/height x the square root of height) minus 18.
BMI indicates how fat or thin one is, are compared to the standard benchmark.
BAI will indicate your body fat percent and will also tell your weight in proportion to standard benchmarks.
Poll Question : Which do you think which is better index for weight and fitness management?
(Ask us if you need more understanding on the suject, if you are a novice to these concepts. We will be more than glad to help you understand these very interesting weight management measures.)
And, accordingly do share your opinon with us.
Tina Khanna
Health Expert
