Body Mass

Index & Weight

Management
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BODY MASS INDEX & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

What Is BMI?
• BMI stands for “Body Mass Index” which is a measure of body fat
based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women.
It is used to screen for weight categories that may lead to health
problems, such as obesity, diabetes, or heart disease.
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Why Is BMI Important?

BMI is important as it is widely
regarded that your chances of having a
longer and healthier life are improved
if you have a healthy BMI.
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Calculating BMI
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Categories of BMI for Adults Age 20 or Over

BMI Weight Status

Below 18.5 Underweight

18.5 – 24.9 Normal
25.0 – 29.9 Overweight
30.0 – 34.9 Obese
35 – 39.9 Extremely Obese
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Management
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Key factors for weight management:

•HEALTHY EATING: Choose a variety of nutritious foods from different food groups, limit added sugars,
saturated fats, and sodium, and watch your portion sizes.
•PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes
of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week, plus muscle-strengthening activities on two or more ”
days per week.
•SLEEP: Get enough quality sleep every night, as lack of sleep can affect your appetite, metabolism, and
energy levels.
•STRESS: Manage your stress levels by finding healthy coping skills, such as meditation, yoga, hobbies,
or social support.
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Summary
BODY MASS INDEX
BMI is a measure of body
fatness based on height and
weight. It can indicate health
risk for adults and children.
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
To manage weight, we need
to balance calories and adopt
a healthy lifestyle. This can
prevent or reduce diseases
related to BMI.
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