BMI Calculator

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Understanding BMI

Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated using:

  • Formula: Weight (kg) / [Height (m)]²
  • Underweight: BMI < 18.5
  • Normal: 18.5 - 24.9
  • Overweight: 25 - 29.9
  • Obese: BMI ≥ 30

Health Tips

  • Maintain balanced diet with fruits & vegetables
  • Exercise regularly (150 mins/week moderate activity)
  • Stay hydrated (8 glasses/day)
  • Get 7-8 hours of sleep daily
  • Limit processed foods and sugars
  • Include protein in every meal
  • Practice portion control
  • Engage in strength training
  • Manage stress levels

BMI Considerations

Benefits:
  • Population-level assessments
  • Quick health screening tool
  • Tracking weight trends
  • Identifies weight categories
Limitations:
  • Doesn't measure body composition (fat vs. muscle)
  • May misclassify muscular individuals
  • Doesn't account for age/gender differences
  • Doesn't show fat distribution patterns