Body mass index (BMI) is a measurement of body fatness. BMI is used to assess status of overweight and obesity, health risk, and to evaluate body weight changes. A higher BMI is associated with greater risk for cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertention, stroke, gallbladder disease and other chronic illness

To calculate your BMI, enter your Height (Step1) and your Weight (Step 2) and calculator will figure out your Body Mass Index (Step 3)

BMI (What your BMI result indicates)

Less than 19 = UNDERWEIGHT
You are under optimum weight for your height. You could afford to gain a little weight.

20 - 25 = ACCEPTABLE
You have a healthy weight for your height.

26 - 30 = OVERWEIGHT
You are over optimum weight for your height. You may be facing health problems, so losing some weight would be a good idea.

31+ = OBESE
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.