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NIH BMI Calculator

NIH BMI Calculator

by The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute

51 ratings
75 reviews
💪 Health & Fitness
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 24, 2011
  • June 29, 2016

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The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute
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This tool helps screen for weight categories that may indicate potential health problems. It provides a fully functioning Body Mass Index calculator directly on your phone, along with access to valuable health resources.

✓Body Mass Index calculation
✓Weight category screening
✓Access to NHLBI health resources
✓Downloadable phone application
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of NIH BMI Calculator. Based on 51 reviews and a 2.9/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Health & Fitness app.

Positive things

  • 👍Simple and straightforward
  • ✅Calculates BMI correctly
  • 🔗Links to helpful information
  • 🚫No ads
  • 💯Works as intended (when functional)

Negative things

  • ❌Cannot key decimal points
  • ❌Unusable in metric mode
  • ❌App crashes/won't open
  • ❌Outdated and not maintained
  • ❌Ignores physical fitness/gender
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What's New in NIH BMI Calculator

2.0.2

June 29, 2016

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Support for iOS 9.3.2

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Whole numbers only

Does not accept fractional, inputs or decimal inputs. If your height is 5 foot 8.5 inches, or your weight is 160.5 pounds, this information cannot be entered. Only accepts whole numbers.

No decimal point on provided keyboard
Keith in TucsonKeith in Tucson

Unable to key a decimal point in the keyboard

The app does not facilitate keying a decimal point on their keyboard. Only whole lbs of kilograms.
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Almost perfect

Just needs the addition of decimals to be perfect
RnbwMnstrRnbwMnstr

Please include decimals.

This should be an easy fix. Uninstalling.
Just Deleting the appJust Deleting the app

Need decimals

The keyboard you present for noir is great, but it needs decimals please.
Dennis in GADennis in GA
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Reported Bugs

5 issues

App crashes immediately on launch

Bug

App does not open

Bug

Input fields non-responsive on active call

Bug

App closes before loading

Bug

App no longer works with latest iOS updates

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Requested Features

8 requests

Add decimal point input for weight

Feature

Allow recording of daily weight and view as a graph

Feature

Include gender input for BMI calculation

Feature

Add option for recording daily exercise

Feature

Add option for tallying fruit/vegetable intake

Feature

Optimize for newer iPhone models

Feature

Store results within the app

Feature

Include information within the app, not redirect to web

Feature

FAQ

What does the NIH BMI Calculator app do?

The app functions as a Body Mass Index (BMI) calculator. It helps users screen for weight categories that may be associated with health problems. It also provides links to resources from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).

Is the NIH BMI Calculator app free to use?

Yes, the application is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating it is a completely free tool.

What are the key features of this BMI calculator?

The primary feature is its ability to calculate Body Mass Index (BMI). It also screens for weight categories that might lead to health issues and offers direct access to health resources from the NHLBI.

Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for individuals who want to understand their BMI and screen their weight category for potential health concerns. It's also useful for those seeking health information from a reputable source like the NHLBI.