Average BMI for a 0 15 year-old teenager?
Average BMI for a 0-15 year-old teenager
The average BMI for a 0-15 year-old teenager varies depending on their age and sex. Here are the average BMI ranges for different age groups and sexes:
0-1 year-old:
- Boys: 14.0-18.0
- Girls: 13.8-17.8
2-3 year-olds:
- Boys: 14.9-18.9
- Girls: 14.6-18.6
4-5 year-olds:
- Boys: 15.8-19.8
- Girls: 15.6-19.6
6-7 year-olds:
- Boys: 16.6-20.6
- Girls: 16.5-20.5
8-9 year-olds:
- Boys: 17.4-21.4
- Girls: 17.3-21.3
10-11 year-olds:
- Boys: 18.2-22.2
- Girls: 18.1-22.1
12-13 year-olds:
- Boys: 19.0-23.0
- Girls: 18.9-22.9
14-15 year-olds:
- Boys: 19.8-23.8
- Girls: 19.7-23.7
It is important to note that these are just average BMI ranges, and individual children may vary. If you are concerned about your child's BMI, talk to your doctor.