1. What is Bmi?

Bmi (Body Mass Index) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women. It provides a simple numeric measure of a person's thickness or thinness.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Bmi formula:

Where:

• \( Weight \) — Body weight in kilograms (kg)
• \( Height \) — Height in meters (m)

Explanation: The equation calculates body mass index by dividing weight in kilograms by the square of height in meters.

3. Importance of Bmi Calculation

Details: Bmi is widely used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems in adults. It helps categorize individuals into underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese categories.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter weight in kilograms and height in meters. All values must be valid (weight > 0, height > 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the Bmi categories?
A: Underweight (<18.5), Normal weight (18.5-24.9), Overweight (25-29.9), Obesity (≥30).

Q2: Is Bmi accurate for everyone?
A: Bmi may not accurately reflect body fat in athletes, older adults, or those with significant muscle mass.

Q3: Can Bmi be used for children?
A: Bmi for children is calculated differently and interpreted using age and sex-specific percentile charts.

Q4: What are the limitations of Bmi?
A: Bmi doesn't distinguish between muscle and fat mass, and doesn't account for fat distribution.

Q5: Should Bmi be the only measure of health?
A: No, Bmi should be used alongside other measurements like waist circumference and overall health assessment.