The SHOCKING Truth about BMI (how is this even ALLOWED?)

from Liv Label Free | Neurodivergent Eating Disorder Recovery · host Livia Sara

Did you know that BMI was invented over 200 years ago? Or that it was invented by someone who knew absolutely NOTHING about the biology of the human body? BMI, short for Body Mass Index, is a tool used globally as a way to assess whether someone is "healthy" or not. But is it really accurate, or even RELIABLE? In this research-based episode, I share the history of BMI and why this measurement system is complete B.S.! You'll learn:Who invented BMIWhen and why BMI was inventedThat BMI discriminatesWhat's missing with this toolThat you can't measure health with a mathematical formulaHolistic alternatives to BMITo read the corresponding blog post, click HERESchedule a FREE consultation call for 1:1 Coaching HEREBuy my FOODIE PRESETS! Instantly transform your food photos to look vibrant and stunning with my Foodie Preset Pack!Learn more about me on my website livlabelfree.com and follow me on Instagram!Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/livlabelfree)

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