Recent categories suggested for BMI are as follows:
| Body Mass Index | Category |
|---|---|
| < 16- 17.5 | Extremely underweight |
| < 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5 –25 | Normal weight range |
| 25–30 | Overweight |
| 30–35 | Unhealthy obesity |
| 35–40 | Extremly unhealthy obesity |
| > 40 | Severe or morbid obesity |