Body Mass Index (BMI) is a quick and easy way of gauging
weight amongst adults. It's a lot healthier than getting
on the weighing scales as BMI takes into account height.
A BMI of 30 signifies obesity and the increases your risk
of death by 50-150%. If you have a waist circumference of
over 35 inches you are at high risk of diabetes, high blood
pressure or heart disease. You need to take immediate action
to lose weight and get healthy.
A BMI of between 18.6 and 24.9 is thought to be normal.
Women who intend to get pregnant are recommended to have
a BMI in this range.
A BMI lower than 18.5 signifies that you are underweight.
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