Description

The Body Mass index or BMI is an index thathasbeen created to estimate your total amount of body fat. TheBodyMass index is an approximation of the best weight for yourhealth.

It is important to note that the BMI does notdifferentiatebetween body fat and muscle mass and as a result thereare someexceptions to the BMI Guidelines.

Additionally, in people over the age of 74, your generalhealthis generally more important than being slightly overweightand assuch many researchers feel that a BMI of between 22 to 26isacceptable.

This BMI Calculator is designed for both men and women overtheage of 18.

Once you have measured your BMI, you can determine yourhealthyweight range. If your BMI is:
• Under 18 - you are very underweight andpossiblymalnourished.
• Under 20 - you are underweight and could afford to gain alittleweight.
• 20 to 25 - you have a healthy weight range for youngandmiddle-aged adults.
• 26 to 30 - you are overweight
• Over 30 - you are obese.