Measure Your Risk of Obesity

Having a healthy body weight can mean different things for different people. 

A common way to measure body fat is body mass index (BMI) – calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in metres squared (kg/m²). BMI is a tool that healthcare professionals use when diagnosing and discussing your weight and any associated health risks. Research shows that a high BMI is associated with a decreased life expectancy of up to 10 years.¹

Note: BMI values do not apply to children, pregnant women, people with muscular build (e.g. athletes and body builders) or the elderly.