Its calculation method is also simple, that is, body mass index = weight (kg)÷ height 2(m2).
Body mass index (BMI) not only indicates nutritional status, but also has different meanings in different populations, which is of certain significance to the risk prediction of diabetes and the effect of sugar control.
For ordinary people, the higher the body mass index, the higher the risk of diabetes. If your body mass index ≥ 24kg/m2, you are considered as a high-risk group of diabetes.
The range of bim index is:
Body mass index is lower than 18.5: light. Low body mass index may bring some health risks.
Body mass index is between 18.5-24.9: body mass index is normal. This healthy weight helps to reduce people's risk of serious health conditions, which means that you are close to your fitness goal.
Body mass index is between 25 and 29.9: overweight. Excessive body mass index may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. You need to consider changing your lifestyle through healthy diet and fitness, so as to improve your health.
Body mass index over 30 years old: weight belongs to obesity level. Obese people are at increased risk of many diseases and health conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, respiratory problems and so on. Try to change your lifestyle and improve your overall health and quality of life through healthy diet and fitness.