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Maintaining a healthy weight may reduce the risk of chronic diseases associated with overweight and obesity.

For information about the importance of a healthy diet and physical activity in maintaining a healthy weight, visit Preventing Weight Gain.
BMI
 Weight Status
Below 18.5 Underweight
18.5—24.9 Normal
 25.0—29.9 Overweight
30.0 and Above Obese

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Page last reviewed: May 4, 2011
  • Page last updated: May 4, 2011
  • Content source: Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
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