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BMI Calculator

Calculate your BMI (Body Mass Index)

Body Mass Index (BMI) measures your weight relative to your height. This BMI calculator is designed for asian adults over 20 years old. Once calculated, your BMI can be compared to weight status categories to determine if you are:
  • underweight (BMI: below 18.5)
  • normal weight (BMI:18.5 - 22.9)
  • overweight (BMI: 23.0 to 27.4)
  • obese (BMI: 27.5 & above)

Weight (in Kilos)
Height (in Centimeters)
 
Your BMI

Body Mass Index is not a diagnostic tool, it is an indicator of weight status. In general, the greater the BMI the greater the risk of contracting diseases associated with obesity. These diseases include: High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Arteriosclerosis, and Hyperlipemia. The risk factors below should also be considered when assessing general health risks.
  • Family History of premature heart disease
  • High Blood Pressure(hypertension)
  • High LDL-cholesterol
  • HDL-Cholesterol
  • Triglycerides
  • High Blood Glucose (sugar)
  • Physical inactivity
  • Cigarette/Tobacco Smoking
Singaporeans have been found to be at risk of developing heart disease and diabetes at BMI values of 23 kg/m² and above. If your BMI exceeds 23 kg/m², please take action to lower your weight, reduce your risk, and do seek medical advice.


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