BMI (Body mass index) or Quetelet Index is a statistical measure of the weight of a person scaled according to height. BMI does not take into consideration a person’s frame size or what a person’s weight is made up of (fat or muscle), and as a result, may not be the best measure of fitness. However, it does give you a loose sense of whether or not you are in a healthy range of weight. This should be used as a guide only.
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Body Mass Index and Risk of Disease
Your Body Mass Index, when factored with your waist measurement, can be an indicator of the level of risk you are at for getting a disease associated with unhealthy levels of weight. Some associated diseases include diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
| Risk of Associated Disease According to BMI and Waist Size | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| BMI | Weight Status | Risk for those with Waist <= 40 in. (men) or 35 in. (women) | Risk for those with Waist > 40 in. (men) or 35 in. (women) |
| < 18.5 | Underweight | None | N/A |
| 18.5 - 24.9 | Normal | N/A | N/A |
| 25.0 - 29.9 | Overweight | Increased | High |
| 30.0 - 34.9 | Obese | High | Very High |
| 35.0 - 39.9 | Obese | Very High | Very High |
| > 40 | Extremely Obese | Extremely High | Extremely High |
