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The Body Mass Index BMI On-line Calculator Body Mass Index (BMI) is used to estimate healthy weight for average people. A BMI of 20 to 26 is desirable for most adults. A BMI of 27 to 29 indicates obesity and is associated with some risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other diseases. A BMI of 30 or more poses the greatest risk for life-threatening diseases. Take a look at the table on the next page. Click Here Answer the following questions based on the information above: What weight range would a person who is 6 feet tall want to maintain to remain in the desirable range? What weight range would a person who is less that 5 feet tall want to maintain to remain in the desirable range? Use the calculator below to check specific weights and heights. Weight: lbs. Height: Ft.  In.   Body Mass Index According to the Panel on Energy, Obesity, and Body Weight Standards published by American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, your category is:

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