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BMI stands for Body Mass Index and is a ratio between weight and height. Use the calculation below to evaluate if you are at an unhealthy weight (given a certain height) and might be a candidate for bariatric surgery.
(BMI) Body Mass Index
BMI = Weight (kg)/Height (m2) = (lbs/in2) x 705
An objective measure of obesity
BMI and Obesity
Acceptable Range
18.5 – 24.9
Overweight
25 – 29.9
Obese
30 – 34.9
Severe Obesity
35 – 39.9
Morbid Obesity
40 – 49.9
Super Morbid Obesity
50 and above
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Calculate your BMI below.
Or visit the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute support website
to have your BMI calculated for you at:
http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi
(NOTE: when you click on this link, you'll be leaving the PBSMG site)
