Is there such a thing as the “Right Size”?
I actually googled just that and not much was found on the “right size” of a person.
Today in the world of Medicine, BMI’s (Body Mass Index) are being calculated to determine risk factors for certain diseases.
Obesity is having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. Body mass index (BMI) is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms (kg) by your height in meters (m) squared.
| BMI | Weight status |
| Below 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5 — 24.9 | Normal |
| 25.0 — 29.9 | Overweight |
| 30.0 and higher | Obese |
| 40.0 and higher | Extreme obesity |
Some people will need to loose weight while others will need to maintain their weight. Some even are underweight and need to gain weight.
Having a low BMI (less than 18.5) in itself is a risk factor for a number of diseases such as reduced bone density, osteoporosis, fertility and pregnancy complications.
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