Body Mass Index
Description
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a calculated
number derived from the input values
for the person's weight and height.
BMI is used as an screening tool to identify
possible weight problems for adults/childs.
However, BMI is not a diagnostic tool.
BMI correlates to direct measures of the
body fat, such as underwater weighing and
dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA).
BMI can be consisdered as an alternative
for direct measure of body fat.
Additionally, BMI is an inexpensive and
easy-to-perform method of screening for
weight categories that may lead to health
problems.
Measurement
Standard
Metric
U.S. Customary Units
Enter Your Height
Enter Your Weight
Your BMI
Your Weight Status
BMI Table
Classification
BMI
Underweight
< 18.5
Normal Weight
18.5 - 24.9
Overweight
25.0 - 29.9
Obese class I
30.0 - 34.9
Obese class II
35.0 - 39.9
Obese class III
> 40.0
Source: World Health Organization
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