BMI 27.5 Meaning

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A BMI of 27.5 is commonly categorized as Overweight for adults in many BMI charts. BMI is a screening tool based on height and weight — it doesn’t diagnose health by itself — so it’s best used with other context.

What BMI 27.5 may suggest

• It often maps to the Overweight category.
• It’s more useful when combined with waist measurement, activity level, and health markers.
• Trends over time matter more than a single reading.