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I need a weight chart, somewhere!
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I have searched high and low, but i cannot find a weight chart, the ideal/average/over ones.
Does anyone know of one on the net?
Thanks,
Jamie.
Does anyone know of one on the net?
Thanks,
Jamie.
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[BMI = body mass index. I'm sure Alistair will tell you all about it if you ask nicely]
http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/about/major/nhanes/growthcharts/clinical_charts.htm
Scroll down and choose the one you want.
You'll need Acrobat Reader to view it.
[Edited to correct URL]
[ 08-01-2002: Message edited by: Kentish ]
Being overweight
In simple terms, 'overweight' means you're too heavy for your height. The term obese is used for someone who is very overweight, and 'grossly/morbidly obese' means they are even heavier.
The body mass index (BMI) is a simple formula that takes into account your weight and your height. If you are a healthy weight, your BMI should be between 20 and 25. Any more than this, and you are likely to be overweight. If your BMI is over 30, you should seriously think about changing your diet and increasing the amount you exercise, but see a doctor first.
More here:http://www.thesite.org/magazine/specials_body_image/weight_and_dieting/obesity.html
Whole body image special here: http://www.thesite.org/magazine/specials_body_image/