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Body Mass Index Calculator
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a mathematical formula that
calculates your
body fat from your height.
This height-weight calculation helps to determine whether you are at a healthy weight or have too much body fat.
The BMI Calculator is designed for men and women over the age of 18.
Studies have shown that a BMI of 27 or higher is associated with an increased health risk of conditions that include coronary heart disease, certain forms of cancer, stroke, high blood pressure and non insulin-dependent diabetes.
| BMI |
What your BMI result indicates |
| Less than 20 |
UNDERWEIGHT
You are under optimum weight for your height. You could afford to gain a little weight. |
| 20 - 25 |
NORMAL/HEALTHY WEIGHT - Low Risk
You have a healthy weight for your height. |
| 25 - 30 |
OVERWEIGHT - Medium Risk
You are over optimum weight for your height. You may be facing health problems, so losing some weight would be a good idea. |
| 30 - 40 |
OBESE - High Risk
You are over optimum weight for your height. You may be facing health risks, so see your doctor to help you achieve a healthier weight. |
| 41 + |
MORBIDLY OBESE - Very High Risk
You are very much over optimum weight for your height. You may be facing health risks, so see your doctor to help you achieve a healthier weight. |
If your Underweight, we can
talk about a simple program that could add just a kilo or two.
If your at a Normal or Healthy
weight, we can discuss nutritional products to keep you healthy.
Of if you Overweight, we can talk
about a programme that will help you get back to slimmer, healthier you.
Important Note
While BMI is a better indicator of body fatness and associated health risks than height-weight tables, BMI does not distinguish body fat from muscle. Nor does it take into account the distribution of body fat. Like height-weight charts, more heavily muscled people may be classified as overweight (BMI range 25-30) yet they may not necessarily be
overweigh t.
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