Community nutrition students learned that although BMI is the most commonly used criterion for obesity, there are limitations to this method. The measure may be incorrect for individuals with large muscle mass (e.g., body builders, weight lifters) or those with low muscle mass (e.g., the elderly).

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BMI does not differentiate between muscle and fat, so it may misclassify muscular individuals as overweight or obese and underestimate body fat in those with low muscle mass.

Community Nutrition Students Learned That Although BMI Is the Most