Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple measurement used to estimate whether a person's weight is healthy for their height. It is widely used by health professionals and fitness experts as a quick screening tool.
BMI is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms by the square of your height in meters.
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Maintaining a healthy BMI can reduce the risk of many health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
However, BMI is only a general indicator and does not measure body fat or muscle mass directly.
You can quickly check your BMI using our calculator.