Understanding a child’s Body Mass Index (BMI) can provide important insights into their overall health and well-being. BMI is a measure of body fat based on height and weight and is commonly used to screen for potential weight problems in children.
Calculating a child’s BMI is essential for monitoring their growth and development and can help identify potential health risks associated with being underweight or overweight. Historically, BMI has been used as a tool for assessing nutritional status and has played a significant role in public health initiatives aimed at addressing childhood obesity.