A recent study reaffirms the value of body mass index (BMI) as a screening tool in children to detect high body fat levels, which are linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Despite criticisms that BMI is limited by only considering height and weight, the study found that a high BMI in children is strongly associated with high fat mass. While BMI may not be perfect, it remains a useful tool for screening for high body fatness in children. The study also highlights the importance of considering other factors like diet, sleep, and physical activity in assessing overall health and wellness.
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BMI, flaws aside, is found to be useful estimate of body fat in youth
