Uploaded August 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Our series of MS Mythbusters aims to dispel some of the outdated, inaccurate or confusing information you may have heard or read.

On this episode, Associate Professor Yasmine Probst busts the myth that the body mass index (BMI) is a flawed tool and explains how it is the best tool currently available for measuring someone’s weight.

This video was produced as part of the launch of our evidence-based lifestyle guide 'Adapting Your Lifestyle: A Guide for People with MS'. You can learn more and read the guide here: https://msra.org.au/modifiable-lifestyle-guide-2020/