More Than A Number

On June 14th, 2023, the American Medical Association (AMA) publicly adopted a new policy stating that using Body Mass Index (BMI) alone is an imperfect measure of overall health. Something many have been touting for years. BMI is a simplistic measurement that uses weight and height to categorize individuals into broad ranges. This oversimplification can lead to unrealistic expectations and comparisons, especially in a society that values thinness.