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What's your
BMI?
Are you within a healthy weight range for
your height?

What is BMI?
Body mass index, or BMI, is used to determine
whether you are in a healthy weight range for
your height.

It is useful to consider BMI alongside waist

circumference, as waist measurement helps to
assess risk by measuring the amount of fat
carried around your middle.

BMI is a useful measurement for most people

over 18 years old. But it is only an estimate and it
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I am male
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and weigh 50 kg

Your BMI is considered

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You are underweight for your height. It's

important to aim to keep within your healthy
weight range. Being in the healthy weight
range will improve your body's ability to fight
off infection or illness.

Talk to your GP

If you're concerned about your weight or

you are losing weight without trying, talk to
your doctor or an Accredited Practising
Dietitian.

For more information call The Heart

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