BMI calculator - what does my result mean?
What does my BMI result mean?
Take a look at our chart to see if your BMI is healthy.
BMI results
Under 18.5 Underweight
18.5 - 25 Healthy weight
25-30 Overweight
30-40 Obese
Over 40 Severely obese
This means that our result of 27.36 is categorised as overweight.
Being overweight can cause many health problems, including high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, sleep apnoea and even depression.
What can I do to lose weight?
A healthy, balanced diet and exercise will help you lose weight. We have over 40 diets to choose from so there will be one that will suit you. Try our Find Your Perfect Diet quiz to help you work out your ideal diet. Then have a look at our Easy Exercise section for information on fun and easy exercise whatever your age or weight. We also have low-fat recipes to help you shift those extra pounds.
When should I not lose weight?
If you have a BMI of under 20, it's not recommended that you try and lose weight.
What if I'm underweight?
There could be a medical reason that you're underweight. See your doctor.
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Karen Ward, about 1 year
although I know I'm overweight I fail to see that I'm obese as my BMI suggests. I have big boobs but am only a size 14 on the bottom half, I have just started the menopause and finding it difficult to shift the weight around my middle, I walk most days and ride a bicycle so I guess I'll just have to keep fighting away at it.
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Alice Turner, 3 months
I am 14 I am about 5,6 ft and I have a BMI of 14 is this really bad ? I have always been skinny but I am very heathly with no medical problems. Will I grow out of this or should I see a doctor ?
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