Calculating Your Body Mass Index (BMI)

The likelihood of being confronted by the ever so popular' Body Mass Index (BMI) while dieting, or facing obesity and other weight related problems, is immense. Used as a comparative analysis of people with similar heights, Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person's weight and height, providing a reliable indicator of body fatness. BMI results are categorized, and while mostly used for adults with obesity or diet issues, children and teens with weight problems can also have their Body Mass Index measured. It should be noted that BMI values can vary significantly for different ethnic groups.The BMI formula used in the metric system, consists of a person's weight (kilograms) divided by height (meters), then squared. Formula: weight (kg) / [height (m)]2. Imperial system users can calculate their BMI by dividing weight in pounds (lbs) by height in inches (in) squared and then multiplied by a conversion factor of 703. Formula: weight (lb) / [height (in)]2 x 703. People can use this equation to measure their BMI themselves or have a free, easy-to-use online BMI weight loss calculator do the work for them. Fill in the correct weight and height, click enter' and the score will instantly be calculated and revealed. Most websites will also explain the outcome, as well as all the different BMI categories.Underweight people usually have a