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BMI (Body Mass Index) estimates body fat from weight and height. It screens for weight categories but cannot diagnose individual health — muscle mass, bone density, and body composition are not accounted for.
Trinn-for-trinn guide
- 1Metric: BMI = weight(kg) ÷ height(m)²
- 2Imperial: BMI = 703 × weight(lb) ÷ height(in)²
- 3Compare result to WHO categories
- 4Consult a healthcare professional for full assessment
Løste eksempler
Inndata
70 kg, 1.75 m
Resultat
BMI 22.9
Normal weight
Inndata
180 lb, 5'9"
Resultat
BMI 26.6
Overweight