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The Body Mass Index (BMI) is an approximate measure of body fat based on your height and weight. As a person’s BMI gets higher, there is an increased risk for diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis, certain cancers, and many other illnesses. To calculate your BMI, enter your height and weight, and then click on “Calculate”.

 

BMI Classification Level of Health Risk
Under 18.5 Underweight Minimal
18.5-24.9 Normal Weight Minimal
25-29.9 Overweight Increased
30-34.9 Obese High
35-39.9 Severely Obese Very High
40 and over Morbidly Obese Extremely High

 

 


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