What is my BMI
Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is a means of finding out if your weight is putting you at increased risk of certain medical condition. It is based on your height and weight and can be worked out by taking your weight in kilograms and dividing it by your height (in metres) squared. However it is important to note that BMI is not always a good reflection of body fatness. A very muscular person might have a high BMI when in fact their body fat is at a healthy level.
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What’s your BMI? (kg/m2) |
What does it mean?
Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is a tool used to assess if your weight is putting your health at risk
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<18.5 |
You are underweight which may put your health at risk. See your GP to investigate causes and visit a Dietitian for advise on how to gain weight.
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18.5-24.9 |
You are a healthy weight; aim for weight maintenance
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25-29.9 |
You are overweight or above a healthy weight for height. This could put you at increased health risk, consider losing weight, or at least aim to prevent further weight gain. See a Dietitian for advice and support.
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30-39.9 |
You are classified as obese which means your health is at risk. See your GP for a health check and visit a Dietitian for advice on how to lose weight, and keep it off, as this will improve your health.
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40-49.9 |
You are morbidly obese and should visit your GP to discuss your health as in addition to dietary changes you may need specialist help to manage your weight.
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>50 |
You are classed as super obese, consult your GP and Dietitian to discuss medical and surgical options. NICE guidelines (2006) recommend surgical treatment as first line management.
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Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is a means of finding out if your weight is putting you at increased risk of certain medical conditions. It is based on your height and weight however it is important to note that BMI is not always a good reflection of body fatness. A very muscular person such as a body builder or athlete might have a high BMI when in fact their body fat is at a healthy level. A Dietitian can do a check of your body composition to help you learn more.
These BMI tables should not be used for children and teenagers or pregnant women.
Visit a Dietitian if you have concerns about weight as advice will be tailored to you as an individual.
