What is BMI?
BMI (i.e. Body Mass Index, Body Mass Index, Body Mass Index, in English as Body Mass Index, or BMI), BMI is currently a standard commonly used internationally to calculate the degree of fatness and thinness of the human body and whether it is healthy. The online BMI calculator can quickly calculate whether you are obese, thin or normal.
How does this calculator work?
- Enter your height and weight and click the Calculate button. 2.
- The calculator will display your BMI and show you your weight status based on your BMI.
BMI is a measure of a person’s health. In order to get a more accurate result, please be sure to fill in the data according to your own real situation. The test does not discriminate between men and women, as your height and weight should be proportional to each other in different age groups, otherwise there may be a problem with your health.
What are the criteria for determining BMI?
Thin body mass: bmi ≤ 18.4
Normal: 18.5 ≤ bmi ≤ 23.9
Overweight: 24.0 ≤ bmi ≤ 27.9
Obese: 28.0 ≤ bmi ≤ 32.0
Severe obesity: bmi > 32.0
What is the formula for calculating BMI?
BMI = Weight (kg) / Height (cm) ^ 2
Who are the people who are not suitable for BMI?
- Children and adolescents who are less than 1.5 meters tall or weigh less than 40 kg.
- Elderly people over 60 years old.
- athletes.
- People who are doing weight training.
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women.
- frail or sedentary elderly people.
However, BMI has its limitations, as it does not accurately reflect the distribution of body fat and muscle mass. Other factors, such as body fat percentage and waist circumference, need to be taken into account when assessing physical health.
If you are in doubt about your BMI or physical health, it is advisable to consult your doctor or health professional for more accurate assessment and advice.
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