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Calculate Your Body Mass Index

Your body mass index is a good indicator of healthy or unhealthy weight. A low BMI indicates you are underweight, while a high BMI means you may be overweight or obese.

Source:

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "About BMI for Adults." http://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/adult_bmi/index.html

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