BMI Calculator
Are you at a healthy Body Mass Index?
The BMI calculator (BMI: Body Mass Index) is a tool that determines your weight category and level of health risk due to your weight.
While BMI isn't always the perfect measure of weight category, it is a good start. Calculate your BMI and discuss the result with your doctor.
Waist Circumference
Your waist circumference is another way to assess weight-related health risks
To accurately measure your waist circumference, place the tape measure around your body, halfway between the lowest rib and the top of your hip bone and breathe out normally. Make sure to measure directly against your skin while ensuring that the tape measure is parallel to the ground and not compressing the skin in any way.
These guideline figures can vary though depending on your ethnic background.
Male Waist Circumference
Your risk is increased at 94 cm or more and is greatly increased at 102 cm or more
Female Waist Circumference
Your risk is increased at 80 cm or more and is greatly increased at 88 cm or more
What if my BMI is unhealthy?
If your BMI is outside of the ideal range you will need to make some long term lifestyle choices to bring your weight to a healthier level.
There are a variety of effective weight loss options available for you to start your journey
Losing weight is really hard and keeping it off can be even harder!
Your doctor can help you achieve sustainable and healthy weight loss through highly successful methods backed by science. Speak to a GP about a once a day capsule that curbs appetite and cravings.
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