BMI CALCULATOR

 

Are You Overweight?

The medical community uses a term called Body Mass Index or "BMI" to determine how overweight a person is. Typical BMI may be from 25 to 30. Individuals with a BMI over 40 may qualify for bariatric surgery.

More BMI Details

The BMI formula is  

  (Weight in kilograms)  


(Height in meters)2

 

 


The information on this web-page is designed to provide a basic understanding of what is involved in a decision whether or not to undergo this type of procedure.

It is not intended to act as a substitute for consultation with a physician but as an introduction to the subject matter and as a basis for discussion. There are many different weight loss procedures currently being performed by doctors at various centers in the Untied States and there are many methods of weight control.

You should discuss with your doctor any questions or concerns you may have regarding weight control before undergoing any treatment.