USEFUL UTILITY FOR CALCULATING VIETNAMESE CHILDREN'S BMI

Enter age
Enter height (cm)
Enter weight (kg)

The significance of calculating BMI

The BMI index helps assess a child's nutritional status, determining whether they are underweight, normal weight, or overweight.

Monitoring BMI helps parents and doctors make appropriate adjustments to diet and exercise to ensure healthy development for children.

For children, BMI is calculated using growth charts and should be compared to age-specific thresholds.

Guide to calculating BMI for children

1. Enter the child's age.

2. Enter the child's height (in cm).

3. Enter the child's weight (in kg).

4. Press the "Calculate" button to get your BMI result.

5. View BMI results and health advice.

Advice

If your BMI is within the normal range, maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine.

If your BMI is lower than normal, consult your doctor for advice on a proper diet.

If your BMI is higher than normal, increase your physical activity and control your diet.

- Always monitor your child's development so you can make appropriate adjustments.