BMI Calculator

BMI Calculator

"Body mass index" (BMI) measures the body's fat. Your BMI is determined by your weight and height. When you enter your weight, height and size into a BMI calculator, you'll get an amount. It's one way to tell if you're carrying healthy or unhealthy weight.

Calculate Your BMI

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Once you've got the BMI number, use the table below to determine whether you're required in order to increase weight maintain your weight or shed weight.

BMI Chart- Adults (Age 20+)

BMI	Weight Status
Below 18.5	Underweight
18.5 - 24.9	Normal or Healthy Weight
25.0 - 29.9	Overweight
30.0 and above	Obese

This BMI calculator for teens and children is different from the one used for adults. While it utilizes height and weight however, it also takes into account age and gender. This is because female and male height and weight change during growth and development. For children, BMI is expressed as percentiles compared to other children of the same age gender

BMI Chart- Children and Teens (Ages 2 to 19)

Weight Status	Percentile Range
Underweight	<5 the percentile
Normal or Healthy Weight	5 5 to 85 th percentile
Overweight	85 the to 95 the percentile
Obese	95 the percentile or more

If you're concerned about your BMI or child's BMIthen talk to your doctor.

Path to improved health

If your BMI indicates that you're overweight or obese you can reduce it by losing some weight. This can be achieved by following the usual weight-loss guidelines, such as:

• A healthy diet. Choose lean meats, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Reduce sugar, alcohol, food items that are processed, sodas and juices. Consume fewer calories.
• Engaging in regular exercise.This includes cardio and weight-bearing exercises to build muscle and shed fat. This can be effective in reducing belly fat. Belly fat increases the risk of some health issues. Consult your physician before you begin a workout routine.
• Be mindful of portion control. Do not eat too much during meals and snacks.

If your child's BMI is excessive (above the 85 ^th percentile) discuss with your doctor about how you can aid child lose weight.

Things to be considered

If your BMI indicates you're overweight or overweight, then you could be at risk for developing certain diseases. They include heart disease, arthritis, and certain types of cancer. BMI doesn't have the ability to diagnose disease. It is, however, an important metric that should be a reason to talk with your physician about the best way to lose weight, and reduce your BMI.

These tools should be guides only. Don't depend on them to make decisions about your health or that of your child's. Always consult with your physician about your health condition(s) or other circumstances prior to making any changes to your lifestyle.

Questions for your doctor

• How do I know if I should be concerned about what my child's weight is?
• When should I start taking a look at my BMI? What frequency should I be checking it?
• How much should I weigh?
• What is my child's ideal weight?
• Does BMI account for muscles?
• How can I reduce my BMI?
• What can I do to help my child decrease the BMI of their child?
• How do I reduce BMI?