In relation to obesity-associated diseases, various methods determine if your weight has increased your health risk. The most commonly used measurement is the body mass index (BMI), an index of your weight adjusted for your height.

It is the measurement of choice for many researchers on obesity and other health professionals. The BMI is used to screen both overweight and obese adults.

Check out your BMI today.

Here’s a BMI guide to help you find out, if you are overweight or obese. If your BMI is more than 30, you are in the obese group; you are considered overweight if your BMI is in the range of 25-30. It is recommended that you start your weight management plan today if your BMI is more than 25.