Oregon Scientific SE188 User Manual

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Your body mass index is a measurement of the relative 
percentages of fat and muscle mass in the human body. 

Underweight

Less than 
20.0

Your body weight is 
currently lower than 
average. Work toward 
healthy, regular food intake 
and exercise routine to 
build up your health to 
recommended levels.

Recommended

20.0 to 
25.0

Your health is at the 
recommended level. 
Maintain a balanced diet 
and exercise to keep your 
current level of health.

Overweight

25.1 to 
29.9

Your body weight may be 
above normal. Increase 
your exercise and work out 
a diet plan to lower your risk 
for serious illness.

Obese

30.0 or 
greater

At this level, you may be at 
risk for heart disease, high 
blood pressure, and other 
illnesses. Consult with your 
doctor to develop a proper 
health and fitness plan.

 NOTE  BMI should not be used as a guideline for health 
risks for the following groups:

Children and teenagers

BMI ranges are only based 
on adult heights.

Athletes and body 
builders

BMI does not differentiate 
between fat and muscle, 
thus making it inaccurate 
for persons with high muscle 
volumes.

Pregnant or nursing 
women 

This group generates 
naturally high fat reserves as 
part of the pregnancy.

People over the age 
of 65

Fat reserves naturally tend 
to be higher with older 
persons.