This repository consists of a simple yet efficient BMI calculator scripted using Python and C.
| Folder name | Description |
|---|---|
| Clac_C | C program for calculating BMI in both Imperial as well as Metric system. |
| Calc_Python | Python script for calculating BMI Imperial as well as Metric system. |
Body mass index (BMI) is a value derived from the mass and height of a person. The BMI is defined as the body mass divided by the square of the body height, and is expressed in units of kg/m², resulting from mass in kilograms and height in metres. BMI is a good gauge of your risk for diseases that can occur with more body fat.
| BMI Level | Category | Health Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Below 18.5 | Underweight | Low |
| 18.5 to 24.9 | Normal | Average |
| 25 to 29.9 | Overweight | Mildly increased |
| 30 to 34.9 | Obese class I | Moderate |
| 35 to 39.9 | Obese class II | Severe |
| 40 and above | Obese class III | Very Severe |
Salient features of this calculator:
- Easy to use.
- Computes BMI in both, Metric as well as Imperial unit system.
- Provide health risk data depending on your BMI.
- Provides approximate weight to be lost in order to attain a normal BMI.
- Python: python.org
- C: Intro to C
- BMI: Learn more about BMI.