BMI Calculator


Body Mass Index (BMI)

The BMI is a measure of a person's weight which is scaled according to height. A person's BMI can help determine whether or not they are in fact overweight or obese. A person's BMI is a reliable indicator for most people for screening potential weight related health problems. Click the links below which lead to BMI calculators for both children and adults.

Need help interpreting your BMI? Please click here.
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Co-morbidities

Being obese or overweight can have numerous

effects on a person's health. The list below describes many of the health conditions that can be caused by being overweight. More information is provided by the National Institute of Health at the following link.
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  • Hypertension
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Dyslipidemia
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Coronary Heart Disease
  • Stroke
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Sleep Apnea and Respiratory Problems
  • Some Cancers
  • Some Gynecological Problems


BMI Chart

Use the chart posted below to help with interpreting the BMI scale.