Is BMI bullsh*t? episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 15, 2024 · 21 MIN

Is BMI bullsh*t?

from MissPerceived

In this episode, we dive into the shady origins of the Body Mass Index, exposing its gender bias, discriminatory roots, and why it's a flawed measure of health. Discover how a centuries-old equation became mainstream—and why it's time to ditch it for good.Follow Leah Ruppanner at https://www.instagram.com/prof.leah/Follow the MissPerceived Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/missperceivedpodcastFollow Leah: @prof.leahruppanner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Oct 15, 2024

Embed this episode

Ready to play

Is BMI bullsh*t?

0:00 21:07

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of MissPerceived?

This episode is 21 minutes long.

When was this MissPerceived episode published?

This episode was published on October 15, 2024.

Can I download this MissPerceived episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!