Scientists have determined that the key factor as to whether or not your weight will affect your health revolves around the amount of fat in your body (by percentage). In other words, a high percentage of body fat leads to problems down the road. Lower percentages of body fat tend not to cause problems.
There are many ways to measure your body fat. One of the simplest is called Body Mass Index (BMI).
How to Calculate Your BMI:
To determine your BMI using the calculator you need to know your current weight and height.
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Click - and enter your current weight
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Click - and enter your height
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Click Calculate - and read your BMI
Condition |
BMI |
Underweight |
18.9 & below |
Normal |
19.0 - 24.9 |
Overweight |
25.0 - 29.9 |
Obese I |
30.0 - 34.9 |
Obese II |
35.0 - 39.9 |
Obese III |
40.0 & above |
Interpreting Your BMI:
Table is from World Health Organization