Calculate BMI
A BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 is considered normal.
- Adults with a BMI of 25 to 29.9 are considered overweight. Since BMI is an approximate value, it is not accurate for everyone. Some people in this group, such as athletes, may have a lot of muscle weight and therefore not as much fat. These people will not have an increased risk of health problems because of their weight.
- Adults with a BMI of 30 to 39.9 are considered obese.
- Adults with a BMI greater than or equal to 40 are considered extremely obese.
CHANGING YOUR LIFESTYLE
An active lifestyle and plenty of exercise, along with healthy eating, is the safest way to lose weight. Even moderate weight loss can improve your health. Get support from family and friends.
Your main goal should be to learn new ways of eating healthy and incorporate them into your daily routine.
Recommended calories
Many people find it difficult to change their eating habits and behaviors. You may have practiced some habits for so long that you don’t even know they are unhealthy or you practice them without thinking.
You need to be motivated to make lifestyle changes. Make behavior change a long-term part of your life. Know that it takes time to make and maintain a lifestyle change.
Check also the calories you lose with each exercise
Work with your health care provider and a nutritionist to establish realistic and safe daily calorie counts to help you lose weight. Keep in mind that if you lose weight slowly and steadily, you are more likely to maintain your weight.