Body Mass Index: Do You Know Yours?

... Add this number to your need-to-know file: your body mass index.Just like your blood pressure reading or cholesterol level, your body mass index (BMI) has an impact on your risk of many health problems, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. With a lower BMI, you typically have lower blood pressure readings and lower levels of blood sugar and cholesterol. [click link for full article] ...