How to calculate body mass index (BMI)

1, body mass index calculation, weight is essential, and now every family must have an electronic weighing scale. If you are not sure, use the weight on the physical examination report, and use kilograms (KG) when recording, not as commonly used kilograms.

2. Then, measure the height. You need to measure the clear height, lean against the wall, make a mark, and then measure it with a tape measure. The minimum scale of the tape measure is millimeters. Finally, you need to convert the value in meters (m) by yourself.

3. All the required values have been obtained. The calculation formula is body mass index (BMI) = weight (kg)÷ height (m) 2. For example, 60kg ÷ (1.73x1.73) = 20.05, and the result can be compared with the standard.

4. Due to regional and ethnic differences, the standards are naturally different. Just refer to the China standard. 18.5 to 23.9 is normal, depending on whether you meet the standard.

5. This standard is not suitable for all people, such as minors, athletes, pregnant women and the elderly. It is not accurate to use this standard.

6. You can make a record of your daily body mass index, record it on the calendar for easy viewing, or draw a line chart when you have time to reflect the changing trend of your body.

7. Everyone wants to keep a healthy physical range. In fact, this range is still very wide. As long as you keep a normal routine, exercise properly, control your desires and have a good mood every day, there will be no big deviation.