BMI Calculator

Finding out your Body Mass Index (BMI) is the first step towards a healthier you.

Frequently asked questions about BMI

Answered by our experienced medical team.

What is BMI?

How is BMI calculated?

What do the BMI categories indicate?

Is BMI a perfect measure of health?

Can children use the BMI calculator?

Why does BMI adjust for children and teenagers?

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What should I do if my BMI is too high or too low?

Does a normal BMI guarantee good health?

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Dr Adam Abbs
MBBS FRCGP PGCCE FHEA
Dr Adam Abbs is an NHS-trained GP with a keen focus on digital health, AI in healthcare, and personalised medicine, including weight loss. He is a leader in creating new ways to provide safe and easy-to-access healthcare through remote care. Dr Abbs is also a skilled medical writer and wrote the RCGP-accredited Remote Consultation Handbook in 2020.
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