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BMI Calculator
Check body mass index from height and weight using the standard adult BMI formula and WHO-style categories.
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Check your BMI
A quick screening tool for body weight relative to height, using the standard adult BMI formula.
Results
BMI
23.5
Category
Normal range
Healthy weight range
53.5 kg - 72 kg
How to use it
- 01Enter your height in centimeters and weight in kilograms.
- 02The calculator converts height to meters automatically and computes BMI.
- 03Review the category label to see where the result sits on the standard scale.
Result guide
- BMI below 18.5 is typically classified as underweight.
- BMI from 18.5 to 24.9 is commonly treated as the normal range.
- Higher ranges may indicate overweight or obesity and should be interpreted with context.
Why this page matters
BMI is a quick screening metric used to compare body weight with height. It is widely understood, easy to calculate, and useful for broad health conversations.
It is still only one input. BMI does not directly measure muscle mass, body composition, or medical history, so it works best as a first check rather than a full diagnosis.
Frequently asked questions
Is BMI enough to assess health?
No. BMI is a screening tool, not a full health assessment. Waist circumference, fitness, body-fat percentage, and medical history still matter.
Can athletes have a high BMI but still be healthy?
Yes. Highly muscular people can have elevated BMI because the metric does not separate lean mass from body fat.
Does this version work for children?
No. Pediatric BMI interpretation uses age- and sex-specific percentiles, which is a different calculator.
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