BMI Calculator for Indians
Body Mass Index with the cut-offs used for Asian Indians, who can get sugar and heart problems at a lower weight.
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BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height (m)². For Asian Indians, doctors usually use lower cut-offs than the world standard: below 18.5 underweight, 18.5–22.9 normal, 23–24.9 overweight, and 25 or more obese.
BMI does not measure fat directly — very muscular people can have a high BMI. Waist size matters too: a waist above 90 cm in men or 80 cm in women is a sign of belly fat.
BMI (Asian Indian) – FAQs
Why are BMI cut-offs lower for Indians?
Studies show that Indians tend to have more body fat and belly fat at the same BMI, and get diabetes and heart disease at a lower weight. So 23 and above is treated as overweight.
Which blood tests should I do if my BMI is high?
Doctors often check sugar (fasting sugar and HbA1c), lipid profile (cholesterol), thyroid (TSH) and liver tests. A full body checkup covers most of these.
Is BMI right for children?
No. Children and teenagers use age-based BMI charts. Ask a paediatrician.
This calculator is a simple guide for adults, not a diagnosis. Please talk to your doctor about your results. Not for children or pregnancy.
