Are you overweight or obese?

Many people carrying extra weight are often not aware of it and importantly do not know that their health is at risk. Take our healthy weight calculator test below to check your BMI and see if you have a healthy body weight!

What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?
Body mass index is the measure most often used by medical professionals to determine whether someone is obese. The BMI calculator is a measure of relative weight (weight for height) and is calculated by taking your weight in kilogrammes divided by your height in metres squared.

How do I calculate my BMI?
Enter your height and weight details below (using imperial or metric measurements) and click submit.

Please note: A figure must be entered into each box, eg if you are 6ft tall, please enter 6ft 0ins. 

What does my BMI mean?

 Under 18.5   You are classed as underweight.

 18.5 - 24.9    Your BMI is normal - you are a healthy weight!

  25.0 - 29.9   You are classed as overweight. You may be eligible to join a Healthier Weight weight loss programme

  30.0 - 34.9   You are classed as obese. You could join a weight loss programme or you may be eligible for obesity surgery

  35.0 - 39.9   You are classed as obese class II. You are likely to be eligible for some obesity surgery procedures

  40.0 - 44.9   You are classed as obese class III. You are likely to be eligible for most obesity surgery procedures

 To discuss the weight loss options available to you via weight loss programmes or obesity surgery

please call our patient care team on 0800 313 4618