BMI or Body Mass Index is a formula for checking weight status in adults. It's a measure of weight for height. BMI can be calculated for adults 20 years' or older and is measured by the following categories recommended by WHO:

BMI doesn't measure body fat but it is used with other diagnostic tools to determine the overall health of a person by measuring body weight. As BMI increases, the risk for some health problems increases such as heart disease, high blood pressure or diabetes.
To ensure that you maintain a suitable and normal body weight, you will have to start cultivating healthy eating habits and exercising regularly.

To find out what your BMI is, enter your height in the fields below and click on the 'compute' button.

To learn more about what BMI is and how it affects your health you should consult your family doctor or nutritionist.

* BMI for children and teens is based on specific age and gender charts. Consult your family doctor or nutritionist for more information.