An important part of the overall health of a man is to maintain a healthy body weight. Body mass index, or BMI, is a tool that lets you know if you are in a healthy range.
BMI takes your height and weight and provides a number that corresponds to a weight class, "underweight" or. "Overweight" BMI for men is one of many tools used to determine the risk for health conditions related to weight
Understanding your BMI
to calculate BMI, you do not need many steps. - Just your size and weight are required. Weigh yourself in the morning before breakfast to find your most accurate weight.
Measure your height and see the Center for Disease Control and Prevention BMI calculator for a more accurate result. Your BMI is just your weight in kilograms divided by your height in centimeters squared
Interpreting your BMI
Now that you have your BMI, see table shows the BMI men to determine the result :.
| Weight Status | body mass index |
| Underweight | This is 18.5 |
| normal | 18.5 and 24.9 |
| Overweight | 25.0 to 29.9 |
| obesity | 30.0 and above |
If you fall into the overweight or obese categories, you should make a plan with your doctor to reduce your weight through diet and exercise. The BMI calculator can also help you determine how much weight you need to lose to get into the "normal" weight category.
According to the CDC, men who are obese are at greater risk of heart attack, stroke, type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, depression and other disorders. Men are particularly at risk of heart attack, and it is the leading cause of death in men.
risk reduction for your health with BMI
Fortunately, there are many ways to reduce your risk of these diseases - mainly by reducing the weight, taking on a healthy diet and become more physically active. For severely obese people, bariatric surgery has also been shown to be effective in reducing the risk for these diseases.
BMI is just one indicator of risk for weight-related health problems. Other considerations should also be taken into account, including physical activity, if you smoke, genetic factors, and more. Your doctor can help you determine your risk and help you form a plan to achieve your better health.
Learn more about getting healthy. Visit the Web page of UPMC BodyChangers.
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