|
BMI |
|
Weight
less than or equal to 40 in. (Men) or 35 in (Women) |
Waist
greater than 40 in. (Men) or 35 in. (Women) |
| 18.5 or less |
Underweight |
-- |
N/A |
| 18.5 - 24.9 |
Normal |
-- |
N/A |
| 25.0 - 29.9 |
Overweight |
Increased |
High |
| 30.0 - 34.9 |
Obese |
High |
Very High |
| 35.0 - 35.9 |
Obese |
Very High |
Very High |
| 40 or greater |
Extremely Obese |
Extremely High |
Extremely High |
|
|
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Body Mass Index, or BMI, may be a new
term for you. However, it is the measurement of choice for many physicians
and researchers studying obesity. BMI uses a mathematical formula
that takes into account both a person's height and weight. BMI equals
a person's weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared.
(BMI=kg/m2). |