New on the blog: BMI: What It Is, What the Numbers Mean and Why It Matters
November 2, 2026 · 0:11
New on the blog BMI: what it is and what the numbers mean Why it is a starting point, not a verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
CDC calls class 3 obesity, a BMI of 40 or higher, severe obesity. You may still hear the term morbid obesity for this range.
CDC gives an example: for a 200-pound person, 5% is 10 pounds.
A national panel of medical experts recommends that clinicians offer or refer adults with a BMI of 30 or higher to an intensive behavioral program built around healthy eating, physical activity and support. Most programs it reviewed had 12 or more sessions in the first year.
