To calculate excess or deficiency in weight, the index of ideal or normal body weight is used. The most common opinion is that the ideal weight for a person is what they had at 18 years old. However, this judgment is quite superficial. This calculator allows you to calculate your ideal weight using parameters such as height and gender.
Calculation of normal weight for adults can be performed using two methods: by Devine or Robinson. The difference in these methods lies in the difference of coefficients used in the formulas for calculation. It is worth noting that the most popular formula was proposed by Dr. Devine in 1974. Initially, this formula was used for calculating medication doses for patients. Then the ideal body mass index began to be used more widely.
