People whose weight is higher than what is considered healthy for their height are described as having Overweight and Obesity, frequent conditions that increase your risk for many health problems.
Overweight and obesity are defined by body mass index (BMI). BMI is a measurement that uses your weight and height to estimate overweight and obesity. The table below shows BMI ranges for overweight and obesity in adults ages 20 and older.
BMI Category
18.5 to 24.9 Healthy weight
25 to 29.9 Overweight
30+ Obesity (including severe obesity)
40+ Severe obesity
Overweight and obesity are common among U.S adults ages 20 and older. According to estimates based on data from the 2017–2018 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES)2
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