Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Body Mass Index

Is my weight healthy? When you need an answer to this important question, you should know that a healthy weight is more than a number on a scale.

An accurate answer can make a life-changing impact on the way people look, live and feel.

What you should know about BMI

BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a measurement that uses a scientific formula to determine a person's safest, healthiest weight based upon your weight and height. As you help people set their goals on the way to looking and feeling better, BMI is a powerful tool you can use to help create your personal path to improved health. You should know that a high BMI can be associated with serious health risks including:

obesity
heart disease
diabetes
cancer

What the results mean

BMI provides a helpful guideline for achieving the weight range that's healthiest for you. You can interpret your BMI results as follows:

RESULT

Below 20 =


slender-lean

20 to 25 =


ideal weight range

25 to 30 =


overweight (25-27 could be healthy range if large-boned and heavily muscled)

30 and above =


very overweight/high risk

40 and above =


extremely overweight / high risk for health complications

Based on your BMI results, you have the information you need to start on a personalized path to healthier living both through our trusted support and our successful line of proven nutrition products!

Calculate Your BMI

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