Body mass index (BMI) is an indirect measure of body composition for it correlates highly with body fat in most people.
Compute Body Mass Index Using the Metric System
| BMI | Interpretation | ||
| <16 | Severe CED | ||
| 16-16.9 | Moderate CED | ||
| 17-18.4 | Mild CED | ||
| 18.5-19.9 | Low Normal | ||
| 20-24.9 | Normal | ||
| 25-29.9/TD> | Obese I | ||
| 30-39.9 | Obese II | ||
| >=40 | Obese III |
The formula for BMI is given as BMI=weight(kg)/height˛(m˛).
*CED Chronic Energy Deficient-"steady state" where an individual is in energy balance.
