Body Mass Index (in English) is a number obtained by dividing the weight in kilograms by the square of the height in meters, and it is a commonly used international standard to measure obesity and health. When we need to compare and analyze the influence of a person's weight on the health of people of different heights, the body mass index is a neutral and reliable indicator.
: Simple calculation method:
Body mass index = square kilogram of body weight/square meter (kilogram)/height (meter)
Formula writing: body mass index = weight/(height) 2
Normal weight: body mass index = 18.5-25 (China physical health standard: normal range: 18.5~23.9, overweight 24.0~27.9, obesity ≥28.0).
Overweight: body mass index = 25-30.
Mild obesity: body mass index >; 30
Moderate obesity: body mass index >; 35
Severe obesity: body mass index >; 40