Translations:Body mass index/23/en
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| Category | BMI (kg/m2) | Health risk |
|---|---|---|
| Underweight | < 18.5 | Possible nutritional deficiency and osteoporosis. |
| Normal | 18.5 – 22.9 | Low risk (healthy range). |
| Mild to moderate overweight | 23.0 – 27.4 | Moderate risk of developing heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes mellitus. |
| Very overweight to obese | ≥ 27.5 | High risk of developing heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes mellitus. Metabolic Syndrome. |