MEDIPEDIA
Section
Everything you need to know is here
Your guide to medical terms & conditions
Your medicines explained
Your tests and investigations explained
Body Mass Index
Body mass index (BMI) measures if you are overweight using your height and your weight. So, the easiest and best way to find out if you are a healthy weight for your age is to use the BMI to work it out.
Does your BMI suggest that you are overweight? Go to overweight to find out the reasons why!