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Body Mass Index Calculator
Body Mass Index (BMI) is very simply the calculation of an individual's weight in relation to their height. It is used to give people an indication of how much body fat they have and therefore highlights how healthy they are.BMI figures are then categorised into various divisions outlined by the World Health Organisation as shown below. We will give advice to candidates with a high BMI, and advise on which obesity surgery procedure best suits their weight loss needs.
Calculate your BMI today and see what category you fall under.
Use our Body Mass Index Calculator to find your BMI Score
Metric-Imperial Conversions
Our BMI Calculator above is set to work in "imperial" as that's what most of our patients use. However, if you have the metric equivalent, you can use our handy conversion tables.
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If you don't know your height in feet and inches, use our height conversion chart - click here.
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If you aren't sure of your weight in stone and pounds, use our weight conversion chart - click here.
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If you prefer to use it, we also have a BMI Chart - click here
Check your Body Mass Index score below.
BMI less than 19 (Underweight)
A BMI of less than 19 shows you to be underweight.
Am I suitable for weight-loss surgery?
Most definitely not, you do not need any form of weight-loss surgery
BMI of 19 to 25 (Ideal weight)
Congratulations! Your weight is within the normal range. At this stage, it would appear that you are not a candidate for obesity treatment.
Am I suitable for weight-loss surgery?
No, as you are currently at your ideal weight.
BMI of 25 to 30 (Overweight)
This BMI is classed as mildly obese. At this weight there is a low risk to your health, but it is important to keep this under scrutiny. A little weight loss through diet, exercise and other lifestyle changes may help to lower your BMI.
Am I suitable for weight-loss surgery?
At this stage you may want to consider a non-surgical weight-loss management programme, the Gastric Balloon, which is inserted orally and is removed after six months. The balloon is designed to regulate the body's dietary routine, by decreasing the size of the stomach so the body gets accustomed to that pattern of eating.
BMI over 30 (Obese)
A BMI of over 30 is classed as moderately obese with an increased risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, asthma, sleep apnoea and several cancers. With this result it would appear that you may be a candidate for obesity surgery.
Am I suitable for weight-loss surgery?
Yes. The most appropriate form of weight-loss surgery for you would be the gastric band. The band is a reversible procedure and is inserted around the top of stomach, in order to shrink the size of your stomach resulting in the patient feeling full, far more quickly.
BMI over 35 (Severe Obesity)
With this BMI you would be classed as severely obese with a significant increased risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, asthma, sleep apnoea and several cancers.
Am I suitable for weight-loss surgery?
Yes. The most appropriate form of weight-loss surgery for you would be the gastric band. The band is a reversible procedure and is inserted around the top of stomach, in order to shrink the size of your stomach resulting in the patient feeling full, far more quickly.
BMI over 40 (Morbid Obesity)
This BMI score is classed as morbidly obese. There is a very high risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, asthma, sleep apnoea and several cancers. You are almost certainly a candidate for obesity surgery.
Am I suitable for weight-loss surgery?
Yes. The most appropriate form of weight-loss surgery for you would be either the gastric band or gastric bypass. Both options would be discussed at length with an obesity surgeon at the point of consultation and would be dependent upon the individual patient's comorbidities.
BMI over 50 (Super Obesity)
This weight is classed as super obese. This is a potentially life threatening state, with an extremely increased risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis, asthma, sleep apnoea and several cancers. You are almost certainly a candidate for obesity surgery.
Am I suitable for weight-loss surgery?
Yes. The most appropriate form of weight-loss surgery for you would be either the gastric band or gastric bypass. Both options would be discussed at length with an obesity surgeon at the point of consultation and would be dependent upon the individual patient's comorbidities.
To work efficiently, your body needs the energy that comes from food.
When you eat the same amount of food that your body needs, your weight stays the same. If you get more energy from your food than you need, some is left over. Your body stores that extra energy as fatty tissue and if your body never uses the extra fat, you will gain weight.
Causes of Obesity
There are many things that can lead to obesity and morbid obesity, including:
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Metabolic disorders - changes in metabolism may affect your energy balance and your weight
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Genetic factors - if others in your family are obese, then you have a higher risk of obesity
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Bad eating habits - unbalanced diet and/or snacking between meals
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Psychological factors - social or emotional eating is one of the main causes of weight-gain
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Medical/health problems
A Daily Battle!
If you are stuggling to lose weight, you are not alone. Today's busy lifestyle makes a healthy diet and exercise regime a real challenge. Surgery may be considered as a last resort, but the results are astounding.
Our Patients have Lost Tonnes!
If you are considering surgery to start your weight-loss programme, then read our "before & after" patient stories to see how our procedures have helped them lose significant amounts of weight.
They are all life-changing and inspiring stories!
Trust the UK's Weight Loss Surgery Leader
The Hospital Group are the UK's leading provider of weight-loss surgery. Our reputation has been built by offering excellent care from that first call and throughout the weight-loss process. We only use the UK's leading surgeons. Our specialist Patient Care Coordinators, dietitians and nurses are all dedicated to the field and many have themselves successfully lost weight through surgery, so can advise based on personal experience.
We would welcome the opportunity of offering you a life-changing experience and helping you to beat your battle with obesity.
Gastric Band Surgery
This is our most popular procedure. The Gastric Band is an inflatable silicone plastic ring that is placed around the upper part of the stomach to control the amount of food that passes into the digestive tract and enables you to feel full sooner and for longer.
It is adjustable and reversible. Read more details on our Gastric Band page.
Gastric Bypass
There are several varieties of bypass, but all involve the creation of a small stomach pouch to restrict food intake and bypasses of the duodenum and other segments of the small intestine to reduce the absorption of calories and nutrients from food.
More on our Gastric Bypass page
Gastric Balloon Programme
The Balloon is a soft, silicone sack that is inserted into the stomach and filled with sterile saline. With the balloon in place, you will have a feeling of fullness and reduced hunger, which will help you to kick-start your weight loss. The balloon stays in place for just 6 months to help you to adopt the diet and lifestyle changes needed to continue the weightloss.
More on our Gastric Balloon page.
Which is Right for Me?
Don't worry - we can help you choose! Why not request some further information and arrange a consultation to discuss your requirements with an expert?
Alternatively, try our BMI calculator for some advice based on your height and weight.
Weight Loss Surgery
For those who need a weight loss surgeon we offer the latest in gastric band and bariatric surgery including gastric banding, gastric balloon and gastric bypass surgery in the UK.
For those looking to improve their self image, we offer a whole host of other surgical and non-surgical procedures including the latest in cosmetic plastic surgery including rhinoplasty, nose jobs and tummy tucks, hair transplants and hair loss treatment and facial treatments and cosmetic dentistry.
What is the price of obesity surgery? To find out how much weight loss costs, and to see before and after surgery photos, contact us right now to book your consultation.
