Body Mass Index (BMI)
The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on your height and weight and determines your weight category (see chart below). It is also used as a tool to determine if you are a candidate for weight loss surgery. Use the BMI calculator below:
| Weight category |
BMI kg/m2 |
| Underweight |
<18.5 |
| Normal |
18.5-24.9 |
| Overweight |
25-29.9 |
| Obesity |
30-34.9 |
| Severe Obesity |
35-39.9 |
| Morbid Obesity |
>=40 |
| Super Obesity |
>=50 |
According to the National Institute of Health, you can be a surgical candidate if you have a BMI of 35 kg/m2 with at least one co-morbidity or BMI 40 kg/m2.
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If you've been struggling with weight loss, the Bariatric and Metabolic Program at Mount Sinai South Nassau can help. To learn more call (516) 377-5336.
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