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This "Body Mass Index" Calculator (for adults 20+ years of age) is designed to help you get a sense of whether your weight for your height is generally "Underweight", "Normal", "Overweight" or "Obese". To calculate your BMI, simply input your height into the first box below, then enter your weight into the second box below and press the calculate button.Your BMI index will then be automatically displayed in the third box below and you can compare this result with the table below the calculate button to see what general category you fit into. Please note that the BMI index provides a general guide only and is not the only indicator of health risk. Whatever your BMI, talk to your doctor to see if you are at an increased risk for disease and if you should lose or gain weight. And remember, physical activity and good nutritional habits are key factors in leading a healthy lifestyle and reducing risk for disease.
What is Obesity?
Obesity is a chronic condition that is associated with having an excess of body fat, defined by genetic and environmental factors that are difficult to control when dieting. Obesity is classified as having a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or greater. BMI is a tool used to measure obesity. Obesity increases your risk of developing related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and sleep apnea, to name a few.
How Obesity is Measured?
Obesity is measured by various means, but the most common methods used are Body Mass Index (BMI) and Waist Circumference. There is no perfect method to measuring obesity, however these two indicators are most commonly used by clinicians as a tool to diagnose weight.
BMI is a measurement used to indicate obesity and morbid obesity in adults. BMI is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilograms by his or her height in meters squared. An adult with a BMI of 30 or greater is considered obese.
Once you find your measurement, you will want to find your weight classification that is accompanied on the BMI chart or calculator. Knowing your BMI is a good starting point in addressing your weight. If you find you are in an unhealthy range, you will want to talk with your doctor to address this issue.
Are You Overweight?
Find The Answer - Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI) BMI calculates body fat according to the relationship of weight and height.
BMI less then 19 = Underweight BMI Formula Your weight multiplied by 703 = A Your height multiplied by your height = B A divide by B = your BMI
BMI = (weight in pounds * 703 ) ———————————— height in inches²
BMI between 19 and 25 = Healthy Range
BMI over 25 = Overweight
BMI over 27 = Significantly Overweight
BMI over 30 = Obese
Note: Since BMI calculations use total body weight and not estimates of lean muscle mass and fat, it can not determine between the overweight and the more muscular. BMI testing does not work for anyone under 18, for bodybuilders and pregnant or nursing women.
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