Body Mass Index Children US
This module calculates Body Mass Index for children from age 2 to age 18 and classifies the result according to the guidelines given by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. It also has an optional evaluation of height in relation to age.Instructions:
1. Enter values for gender, height and weight.
2. The result is interpreted within four categories: Underweight (<5th percentile), Healthy weight (5th-85th percentile), Overweight (85th-95th percentile) and Obese (>95th percentile).
3. Please note, that BMI is only a very rough predictor for overweight in individuals.
Background
For adults, the body mass index limits for overweight and obesity are straight forward (overweight = BMI > 25 and obesity = BMI > 30). For children this is much more complicated as the limits vary a lot depending on age. This calculator uses the US guidelines that are based on fixed percentiles from a large reference population.
A BMI of 20 indicates obesity in a 6 year old girl, whereas it would represent healthy weight for a 13 year old girl. However, as growth of children varies, the final evaluation should always be based on a several factors including physical growth, muscularity and subcutaneous fat deposits.
The calculator also includes the possibility to evaluate height in relation to age. If the child/youth scores in the high percentile range on height (above average) this could indicate that physical development is ahead of chronological age. As higher BMI is expected with increasing age (above age 6), this information can assist in a qualified evaluation of BMI.
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hi im 12, 5'3, and 84 pounds. is that overweight or underweight? i know I'm on the bit smaller side but idk if I'm average or anything else. I'm honestly tired of all the beauty standards I try so hard to look like the girls on the internet, I've been eating less that 1000 calories a day and I try to work out and idk at this point, all I want is a small waist and a thigh gap. i have such a small torso its so hard for me to have an hourglass figures, any tips to have a longer torso?? idk what the point of this comment was I'm just tired of it all and I really want to lose more weight and look skinnier if anyone has tips plz tell me! I'm desperately trying to get a thigh gap so please tell me how if you know[/lol nevermind I just went to the doctor and I'm 87 I fcking gained weight and I cried in the middle of the doctors office lolololol]
hi im 12, 5'3, and 84 pounds. is that overweight or underweight? i know I'm on the bit smaller side but idk if I'm average or anything else. I'm honestly tired of all the beauty standards I try so hard to look like the girls on the internet, I've been eating less that 1000 calories a day and I try to work out and idk at this point, all I want is a small waist and a thigh gap. i have such a small torso its so hard for me to have an hourglass figures, any tips to have a longer torso?? idk what the point of this comment was I'm just tired of it all and I really want to lose more weight and look skinnier if anyone has tips plz tell me! I'm desperately trying to get a thigh gap so please tell me how if you know
57.9kg, i feel fat and i have alot of fat on my
Legs and stomach, is there anything i can do to
Maybe loose the weight?
You're not fat, trust me. As long as you're staying healthy and eating healthy, you should be fine. I think gaining weight is a part of puberty, but I'm not sure. If you have concerns, you can bring it up with your doctor
Ashley, 85 lbs is actually a healthy weight. Considering your height, your age, and your weight, your BMI leans towards the lower-side of the average range. So don’t feel bad!
If it makes you feel any better, I’m 16, 5’2, and 84 lbs. have a great day ❤️