Body Mass Index Nutritional Status
This data is not intended to diagnose any medical condition. Always consult your health care provider.
Body mass index (BMI) is your weight divided by the square of your height. These status categories are based on the BMI values for adults provided by the World Health Organization. It is used for both men and women, age 18 or older.
BMI Range |
Nutritional Status |
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Less than 18.5 |
Underweight |
18.5 to 24.9 |
Normal weight |
25 to 29.9 |
Pre-obesity |
30 to 34.9 |
Obesity class I |
35 to 39.9 |
Obesity class II |
40 and greater |
Obesity class III |
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