BMI (body mass index) is one of the most common and simple ways to assess the relationship between a person's body weight and height. This indicator is widely used in medicine, sports and health care to assess the degree of obesity or underweight in individuals.

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Your BMI (Body Mass Index): Fill your weight and height to calculate

BMI is calculated by dividing body weight in kilograms by the square of height in meters. The formula looks like this:

BMI = weight (kg) / (height (m) * height (m))

For example, if a person weighs 70 kg and is 1.75 meters tall, the BMI calculation would be:

BMI = 70 / (1.75 * 1.75) ≈ 22.86

Once the BMI is calculated, the resulting value can be interpreted using the following categories:

• BMI less than 16.5: Severely underweight
• BMI 16.5 to 18.5: Underweight
• BMI 18.5 to 24.9: Normal weight
• BMI 25.0 to 29.9: Overweight
• BMI from 30.0 to 34.9: Obesity grade I
• BMI between 35.0 and 39.9: Obesity grade II
• BMI over 40.0: Obesity grade III (extremely high health risk)

It is important to note that BMI is not a perfect indicator of health and does not take into account individual differences in body composition such as muscle mass and body fat percentage. For example, an athlete with a lot of muscle and low body fat may have a high BMI, which is not indicative of obesity.

However, BMI remains a useful tool for assessing health at the population level and can serve as a starting point for more comprehensive medical and physical assessments. When evaluating your weight and health, it is always a good idea to consult with your doctor or a nutrition and physical activity specialist for a more accurate assessment and recommendations.