An indicator of body density as determined by the relationship of BODY WEIGHT to BODY HEIGHT. BMI=weight (kg)/height squared (m2). BMI correlates with body fat (ADIPOSE TISSUE). Their relationship varies with age and gender. For adults, BMI falls into these categories: below 18.5 (underweight); 18.5-24.9 (normal); 25.0-29.9 (overweight); 30.0 and above (obese). (National Center for Health Statistics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
    

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Know your healthy weight : expert advice on your BMI, eating well and exercise / Boots.

Lose weight : for BMI 28 or more / Boots.

Healthy weight : for BMI 18.5 - 24.9 / Boots.

Know your figure : your guide to achieving a healthy weight / Boots.

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Know your healthy weight : expert advice on your BMI, eating well and exercise / Boots.

Lose weight : for BMI 28 or more / Boots.

Healthy weight : for BMI 18.5 - 24.9 / Boots.

Know your figure : your guide to achieving a healthy weight / Boots.

On fatphobia and dating : and how you're probably still a jerk / by Fat Kitty Rising.