Body Mass Index

Body mass index (BMI) tells you whether your body weight is appropriate for your height. Due to its ease of measurement and calculation, it is widely used diagnostic tool to identify weight problems within a population.

Body Mass Index Weight      Pounds    Kilograms    Height Height:     1'    2'    3'    4'        5'          6'    7'         0"    1"    2"    3"    4"    5"    6"    7"    8"    9"    10"    11"     or cms    Results Your BMI If your BMI is in the abnormal category (starvation,under weight,over weight,obese) for your height. Consider the benefits of achieving a healthy weight - a reduced risk of health conditions with improved lifestyle and self esteem.

BMI Chart Under weight < = 18.4 Normal weight 18.5 - 24.9 Overweight 25 - 29.9 Obesity > = 30