What does my score mean?
Compare your scores with the table below:
Classification | BMI Score | South Asian Score |
---|---|---|
Underweight | Under 18.5 | Under 19 |
Normal Weight | 18.5 – 24.9 | 19 – 22.9 |
Overweight | 25 – 29.9 | 23 – 27.9 |
Obsese | 30 and over | 28 and over |
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BMI is a measure that most people can use to check if their weight is healthy for their height. However, it is important to note that muscle is heavier than fat and this needs to be borne in mind when interpreting BMI of athletic/muscular individuals.
Overweight BMI
If your BMI is 25 or more, you should think about losing weight as being overweight or obese can increase your risk of health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, kidney disease and high blood pressure (hypertension)
Underweight BMI
If your BMI is less than 18.5, you may want to talk to your GP about gaining weight. Being underweight can increase your risk of other health problems, such as brittle bones (osteoporosis), absent periods in women and iron deficiency (anaemia).
Weight Loss
There are 3 main aims when considering weight loss:
You can take four actions today to start your journey towards a healthy weight:
There are four actions you can take this week:
References
DeCare, IDA Business Park,
Claremorris, Co. Mayo, F12 KD85
083 100 2890 | +353(0)94 93 78608
wellness@decaredental.eu
DeCare, IDA Business Park,
Claremorris, Co. Mayo, F12 KD85
083 100 2890 | +353(0)94 93 78608
wellness@decaredental.eu