Asian/Indian BMI Standards
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Calculate your Body Mass Index using WHO Asian/Indian cutoffs for accurate health assessment
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Why Asian/Indian BMI Standards?
Research shows that Asian and Indian populations have higher body fat percentages at lower BMI levels compared to Western populations. This means health risks like diabetes and heart disease occur at lower BMI values. WHO recommends using adjusted cutoffs for Asian populations.
Standard WHO Cutoffs
Normal BMI: 18.5 - 24.9
Overweight: 25 - 29.9
Asian/Indian Cutoffs
Normal BMI: 18.5 - 22.9
Overweight: 23 - 24.9