BMI Flashcards
1
Q
What does BMI stand for
A
Body mass index
2
Q
What is BMI
A
It’s a guide to whether someone is underweight, normal weight or overweight
3
Q
What is the calculation for BMI
A
Mass in kilograms divided by height in metres squared
4
Q
How long should leave between eating and exercising
A
2 hours
5
Q
How long could it take to fully digest a full meal
A
UP to 4 hours
6
Q
Define vasodilation
A
Means that blood vessels dilate to make them bigger
7
Q
Define vasoconstriction
A
Means that blood vessels are constricted to make them smaller
8
Q
What is blood shunting
A
Blood that is diverted away from inactive areas to the working muscles
