What is BMI?
Body Mass Index(BMI) is value derived from person's weight , height , age and sex. The result of BMI measurement can give an idea about weather a person has correct weight for their height.
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How to Calculate BMI?
BMI calculation is based on simple formula using person's weight and height.
The formula for BMI = kg/m2 where kg is person's weight in kilograms and m2 is their height in meters squared. In simplified format it would be
BMI = (Weight in Kilograms)/(Height in meters * Height in meters)
For example if person's weight is 68kg and height is 172cm then
BMI = 68/(1.72*2) = 23
BMI calculator indicate whether person falls under healthy weight, underweight or overweight. If person's BMI is out of healthy range, their health
risk may significantly increases.
BMI Range for adults :-
BMI : weight status
Below 18.5 : Underweight
18.5 – 24.9 : Normal or Healthy Weight
25.0 - 29.9 : Overweight
30.0 & above: Obese
Health risks for extra weight :-
raises blood pressure and cholesterol and triglyceride levels
it can make diabetes and other health problems
hypertension or high blood pressure
type 2 diabetes
coronary heart disease
gallbladder disease
osteoarthritis
sleep apnea and respiratory problems
Health risks for under weight :-
malnutrition, anemia or vitamin deficiencies
osteoporosis from too little vitamin D and calcium
Decreased Immune System
fertility issues caused by irregular menstrual cycles
growth and development issues in children and teenagers
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