BMI Calculator
Easily check your Body Mass Index (BMI) to understand your weight status.
What is BMI?
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure that uses your height and weight to work out if your weight is healthy. The calculation divides an adult's weight in kilograms by their height in metres squared. The resulting number is a widely used screening tool to identify different weight categories.
How to Use This Calculator
Using the calculator is simple. First, select whether you want to use Metric (kilograms and centimeters) or Imperial (pounds, feet, and inches) units. Enter your height and weight into the corresponding fields. Once you'veentered your details, click the "Calculate BMI" button to see your result and the category your BMI falls into.
Understanding Your Results
The BMI score falls into one of the following categories for adults:
- Below 18.5: Underweight
- 18.5 – 24.9: Normal or Healthy Weight
- 25.0 – 29.9: Overweight
- 30.0 and Above: Obesity
It's important to remember that BMI is a screening tool and does not diagnose body fatness or an individual's health. Factors like age, sex, ethnicity, and muscle mass can influence the relationship between BMI and body fat. A healthcare provider can help you understand your results and any potential health risks.
Practical Applications
Knowing your BMI is a practical first step in assessing your health:
Health Risk Assessment
High BMI is often linked to higher risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure.
Fitness Goal Setting
Use your BMI category to set realistic weight management goals, whether for weight loss, gain, or maintenance.
Insurance & Health Checks
BMI is often used by insurance companies and in general health check-ups as an initial indicator of health.