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BMI Calculator Overview

The Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator is a tool designed to calculate your BMI and determine your corresponding weight status, taking age into account. You can use the Metric tab for calculations in the International System of Units (SI) or the Other Units tab to convert measurements into US or metric units. In addition to BMI, the calculator also computes the Ponderal Index, both of which are explained in detail below.

What is BMI?

BMI is a measurement that assesses a person’s leanness or corpulence based on their height and weight. It is widely used as a general indicator of whether an individual has a healthy body weight relative to their height. The BMI value categorizes individuals into groups such as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese, depending on where the value falls within established ranges.

These ranges can vary based on factors like region and age, and are sometimes further divided into subcategories (e.g., severely underweight or very severely obese). While BMI is not a perfect measure of healthy body weight, it serves as a useful screening tool to identify potential health risks and determine if further evaluation or action is needed.

BMI Categories for Adults

The following table outlines the World Health Organization (WHO) BMI classifications for adults aged 20 and older. These categories apply to both men and women:

Why Use BMI?

BMI is a simple and widely used tool to assess whether an individual’s weight may pose health risks. While it does not directly measure body fat, it provides a general indication of whether someone is underweight, at a healthy weight, overweight, or obese. This information can help guide decisions about lifestyle changes, medical evaluations, or interventions.

Limitations of BMI

BMI is a useful screening tool but has limitations:

• It does not account for muscle mass, bone density, or body composition.
• It may not accurately reflect health in athletes, older adults, or individuals with unique body types.
• For a more comprehensive assessment, additional metrics like waist circumference, body fat percentage, or medical evaluations may be necessary.

Additional Metrics: Ponderal Index

The Ponderal Index (PI) is another measure of body leanness or corpulence. Unlike BMI, which uses height squared, the Ponderal Index uses height cubed. This makes it more reliable for individuals at the extreme ends of the height spectrum (very tall or very short). Both BMI and PI are included in this calculator to provide a more comprehensive assessment.

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