Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator

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What is BMI?

What is the formula for BMI

The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women. The BMI formula is your weight in kilograms divided by your height in meters squared. For example, if you weigh 80kg and are 1.8m tall, your BMI would be 24.69 (80/(1.8*1.8)).

What are the limitations of BMI

While the BMI is a useful tool for measuring body fat, it does have some limitations. For example, it does not take into account factors such as muscle mass, bone density, or overall body composition. As such, it may overestimate or underestimate body fat in individuals who are very muscular or have a high percentage of body fat respectively. Additionally, the BMI does not consider age or gender when determining whether someone is at a healthy weight, which means that it may not be an accurate measure for children or older adults.

How to calculate your BMI?

What do you need to know before calculating your BMI

BMI is a measure of body fat based on height and weight. To calculate your BMI, you need to know your height and weight. You can find out your height by measuring yourself with a tape measure, or by using a height chart. If you don't have a tape measure or height chart, you can ask a friend or family member to help you measure yourself. To weigh yourself, use an electronic scale. You can also use a bathroom scale, but it's not as accurate.

How to calculate your BMI using the BMI formula

The BMI formula is weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. For example, if you weigh 70 kg and are 1.75 m tall, your BMI would be 22.86 (70/1.752).

How to interpret your BMI results

Your BMI result will tell you if you're underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. A healthy BMI is between 18 and 25. If your BMI is below 18, you're considered underweight; if it's between 25 and 30, you're considered overweight; and if it's over 30, you're considered obese.

How is the NEW body mass index (BMI) calculated?

New BMI: 1.3 x weight(kg) / height(m)^2.5
Old standard BMI: weight(kg) / height(m)²

What to do if your BMI is outside of the healthy range?

If your BMI is too low

If your BMI is below 18.5, it is considered too low. This may be due to a lack of muscle mass, bone density, or body fat. If you are concerned that your BMI is too low, speak with a doctor or nutritionist to determine the best course of action. There are a few things you can do to increase your BMI:

- Eat a balanced diet that includes plenty of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates.

- Include strength-training in your workout routine to build muscle mass.

- Talk to your doctor about supplements if you are having trouble getting enough nutrients from food alone.

If your BMI is too high

If your BMI is above 25, it is considered too high. This may be due to excess body fat, muscle mass, or water retention. If you are concerned that your BMI is too high, speak with a doctor or nutritionist to determine the best course of action. There are a few things you can do to decrease your BMI:

- Cut back on calorie-dense foods such as processed snacks, sweets, and alcohol.

- Increase the amount of physical activity you do each day.

- Talk to your doctor about medications that may help promote weight loss.

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What is the new body mass index?

For nearly 200 years now, medical professionals the world over have used the universally accepted Body Mass Index (BMI) to help assess the overall state of a person’s health.

Experts have identified a flaw in the basic BMI formula and have recently come up with a new calculation which presents a more realistic result as it scales more accurately in relation to a person’s height.

The new, more honest method of calculating BMI is based on an equation developed by a British mathematician, which makes shorter people appear heavier and taller people slimmer. The new method takes better account of distortion caused by height.

Conclusion

We hope that this blog post has helped you to understand what BMI is and how to calculate it. Remember, BMI is just one tool to help you assess your health; it is not the be-all and end-all. If your BMI is outside of the healthy range, talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian to get personalized advice on how to improve your health.

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