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Editorial Policy

How Real BMI researches, references, and maintains evidence-based health tools and educational content.

At Real BMI, an independent health calculator website created and maintained by Bhawanshi Dosi, the goal is to provide clear, transparent, and reference-based health calculators to help individuals estimate their body mass index, basal metabolic rate, total daily energy expenditure, and complementary body metrics.

1. Evidence-Based Reference Guidelines

All formulas, reference ranges, and health metrics published on Real BMI are derived from established mathematical equations and public health guidelines established by recognized global health organizations, including:

  • World Health Organization (WHO): Global Obesity Classifications, South-East Asia Ethnic BMI Cut-offs (23.0 kg/m²), and Waist-to-Hip Ratio guidelines.
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Adult BMI Formula Standards and Pediatric Growth Percentile Reference Charts.
  • National Institutes of Health (NIH): Published body surface area and metabolic energy equations.
  • Peer-Reviewed Research: Equations published by researchers (such as Mifflin-St Jeor, Harris-Benedict, Boer, Devine, Mosteller, and Epley).

2. Content Creation & Maintenance

Real BMI is built and maintained independently by Bhawanshi Dosi:

  • Creator & Maintainer: Bhawanshi Dosi
  • Methodology Basis: Published mathematical formulas and public health reference guidelines

3. Transparency & Continuous Updates

We periodically review published guidelines and update calculators and articles when relevant reference standards change. We update our calculators and health articles to reflect published consensus guidelines. Each reference article specifies its citations and sources.

4. Independence & Commercial Integrity

Real BMI operates as an independent calculator project. Content decisions are made without pharmaceutical or commercial sponsorship influence.

5. Educational Disclaimer

The metrics provided by Real BMI (including BMI, BMR, TDEE, and body fat percentage estimates) serve as educational estimates for planning and personal reference. Real BMI is not a medical practice, hospital, clinic, or physician-reviewed service, and does not provide formal medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider for personal health concerns.