🇺🇿 Uzbekistan 🌍 WHO 🌏 Asia-Pacific 🇯🇵 Japan
BMI Calculator — Uzbekistan
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WHO normal BMI: 18.5–24.9. In Uzbekistan, 16.3% of adults are obese and 48% are overweight or obese (WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory). Uzbekistan uses the WHO BMI standard. The Ministry of Health Republic of Uzbekistan publishes these statistics nationally. Uzbekistan has lower obesity rates than other Central Asian nations. Traditional Uzbek cuisine, while rich, includes significant vegetables and physical labour in agriculture that historically suppressed rates.
Weight / Height · Metric (kg/cm) · Imperial (lbs/ft)
BMI Classification — Uzbekistan & 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 Uzbekistan? ▾
16.3% of adults in Uzbekistan are classified as obese and 48% are overweight or obese per WHO 2022 Global Health Observatory data. Uzbekistan has lower obesity rates than other Central Asian nations. Traditional Uzbek cuisine, while rich, includes significant vegetables and physical labour in agriculture that historically suppressed rates. The Ministry of Health Republic of Uzbekistan monitors these figures through national health and nutrition surveys.
What BMI standard does Uzbekistan use? ▾
Uzbekistan follows the WHO standard (normal 18.5–24.9, overweight 25–29.9, obese ≥30). The Ministry of Health Republic of Uzbekistan 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 Uzbekistan? ▾
BMI is a widely used population screening tool in Uzbekistan 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 Republic of Uzbekistan recommends combining BMI with waist circumference (men: <94 cm, women: <80 cm per WHO) and other clinical indicators for a complete assessment.