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Table 16.2 ch 16
Evaluating Body Mass Index BMI
| BMI (kg/m2) | Class |
|---|---|
| <16 (Adults) | Sever malnutrition |
| 16-17 (adults) | Moderate malnutrition |
| 17-18 (adults) | Mild malnutrition |
| 19-25 (adults) | Normal |
| 25-30 (adults) | Overweight |
| >30 (Adults) | Obese |
| BMI for age <5th percentile (child and teens) | Underweight |
| BMI for age 5-85th percentile (child and teens) | Healthy |
| BMI for age >85th percentile (child and teens) | at risk for overweight |
| BMI for age>95th percentile (child and teens) | Overweight |