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BMI: , this is considered

While a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 generally suggests that you don't need to lose weight, this isn't true for everyone. In particular, Asians with a BMI of 23 or over may have an increased risk of health problems.

• Body Mass Index

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator of body fat for most people. BMI does not measure body fat directly, but research has shown that BMI correlates to direct measures of body fat, such as underwater weighing and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA). BMI can be considered an alternative for direct measures of body fat and is an inexpensive and easy-to-perform method of screening for weight categories that may lead to health problems.

• Body Mass Index (BMI) for Adults

The following table is an interpretation of BMI for adults. To measure your BMI, please enter your weight and height and click the Calculate button.

Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body Mass Index (BMI) for Asians

Date reviewed: February 2009.