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Waist and hip size matter most for older adults

Body mass index (BMI) is a calculation that is widely used to estimate percent of body fat. BMI is calculated by dividing weight by height squared, then multiplying by 703 (pounds and inches). For kilograms/meters, the multiplier is 24.98.

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