🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan 🌍 WHO 🌏 Asia-Pacific 🇯🇵 Japan
BMI Calculator — Kyrgyzstan
Body Mass Index · WHO Standard · Kyrgyzstan Health Statistics
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WHO normal BMI: 18.5–24.9. In Kyrgyzstan, 16% of adults are obese and 48.5% are overweight or obese (WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory). Kyrgyzstan uses the WHO BMI standard. The Ministry of Health Kyrgyz Republic publishes these statistics nationally. Kyrgyzstan has lower obesity rates than its Central Asian neighbours. Traditional nomadic lifestyle and physical labour, especially in rural areas, contribute to lower rates. Bishkek shows significantly higher rates than rural regions.
Weight / Height · Metric (kg/cm) · Imperial (lbs/ft)
BMI Classification — Kyrgyzstan & International
| Category / Normal | 🌍 WHO | 🌏 Asia-Pacific | 🇯🇵 Japan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Underweight | < 18.5 | < 18.5 | < 18.5 |
| Normal weight | 18.5 – 24.9 | 18.5 – 22.9 | 18.5 – 24.9 |
| Overweight | 25 – 29.9 | 23 – 27.4 | ≥ 25 (Obese) |
| Obese | ≥ 30 | ≥ 27.5 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the obesity rate in Kyrgyzstan? ▾
16% of adults in Kyrgyzstan are classified as obese and 48.5% are overweight or obese per WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory data. Kyrgyzstan has lower obesity rates than its Central Asian neighbours. Traditional nomadic lifestyle and physical labour, especially in rural areas, contribute to lower rates. Bishkek shows significantly higher rates than rural regions. The Ministry of Health Kyrgyz Republic monitors these figures through national health and nutrition surveys.
What BMI standard does Kyrgyzstan use? ▾
Kyrgyzstan follows the WHO standard (normal 18.5–24.9, overweight 25–29.9, obese ≥30). The Ministry of Health Kyrgyz Republic applies these thresholds in national clinical guidelines and public health campaigns. Unlike parts of Asia which use lower cut-offs, the standard WHO thresholds reflect the original research on European and North American populations.
Is BMI an accurate measure for people in Kyrgyzstan? ▾
BMI is a widely used population screening tool in Kyrgyzstan but it has well-known limitations: it does not distinguish between muscle and fat, and cannot capture fat distribution — abdominal (visceral) fat carries higher cardiovascular risk than fat stored in limbs. The Ministry of Health Kyrgyz Republic recommends combining BMI with waist circumference (men: <94 cm, women: <80 cm per WHO) and other clinical indicators for a complete assessment.