How Is Obesity Measured?
Obesity Measured – BMI
Obesity is measured by the body mass index (BMI). The BMI reflects a person’s weight in comparison to their height (weight [kg] ÷ height2 [m2]) For instance, a woman who is 1.67m in height and weighs 65kg would have a BMI of 23.3, which is considered to be within the healthy weight range. A BMI of 30+ is considered obese.1
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BMI |
Classification |
|
18.50 and below |
Underweight |
|
18.50 - 24.99 |
Normal range |
|
25.00 - 29.99 |
Overweight |
|
30.00 - 34.99 |
Obese class 1 |
|
35.00 - 39.99 |
Obese class 2 |
|
40.00 + |
Obese class 3 |
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References
- World Health Organisation BMI Classification
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