Body Mass index is the most widely used measurement for obesity, and is calculated the same for both men and women. Higher BMIs have been associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stress, and hypertension. As you can see from the chart below, anything over 30 is considered to be obese, while a value over 40 represents morbid obesity. To discover what your current BMI is, simply enter your height and weight in the blanks and click Calculate!
