Understanding BMI Before Obesity Surgery - 2015

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Understanding BMI Before Obesity Surgery
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• As soon as we start talking about obesity, the
  first thing that every doctor finds out is your
  BMI. Weight loss consultants often state that
  calculation of BMI is imperative in selecting the
  most appropriate procedure for weight loss.

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So what actually is BMI?

• Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of fat present
  in your body. It measures your fats on the basis
  of your height and weight.

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How can you calculate your BMI?

• Calculating your BMI is easy. As it determines
  your body fat by considering your weight and
  height, you need to divide your weight (in kg)
  twice by your height (in m2).

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Less than 18.5

• If your BMI is lesser than 18.5, you are
  underweight. This means that your body fat is
  lesser than it should have been. In this case,
  you need to put on weight to avoid nutritional
  problems.

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18.5-24.9

• Having a BMI in this category means that you have
  an ideal weight. Your body fats is sufficient for
  your height.

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25-29.9

• If you fall into this category, you need to shed
  off some fats from your body. Having a BMI in
  this category means that you are overweight. At
  this stage, you can reduce your weight through
  dieting and exercising routinely.

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30 or Greater

• Falling into this category rings your alarm
  bells. You should make an appointment with a
  certified bariatric surgeon and opt for a
  surgery. Ignoring your medical condition will
  invite serious health problems like Type II
  Diabetes, sleep apnea and heart problems.

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Obesity Surgery

• Going for a surgery is not an option for
  everybody. Moreover, doctors do not recommend
  surgery at the first instance. As a matter of
  fact, surgery is a recommended option for people
  who have a BMI of more than 40.

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ILS Bariatric Care is a clinic of certified
bariatric surgeons that calculate your BMI and
discuss your medical stability.

• Know more about Body Mass Index and Obesity
  Surgery at
• www.ilsbariatricsurgery.com