BMI Calculator
Check your Body Mass Index, including the lower cut-offs often used for South Asian people.
About BMI
BMI is weight divided by height squared. It's a quick screening tool, not a diagnosis. Because people of South Asian descent tend to carry more body fat at the same BMI, health bodies often use lower cut-offs (23 for overweight, 27.5 for obesity).
FAQ
What is a healthy BMI?
18.5–24.9 is the standard healthy range. For South Asian adults, 18.5–22.9 is often used.
Is BMI accurate if I lift weights?
Not very. Muscular people can show as overweight. Waist size and body fat estimates give a better picture.
Estimates only, based on standard formulas. Not medical advice. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant, or are under 18, talk to your GP first.
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