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I am 18, 6'2, 340lbs ( my body types is long and curvy not round) i want to be 130 lbs. will 130 lbs be under weight ? will i lose my hour glass shape

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Dr. James Burns answered

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Yes: At 74" and 130lbs your bmi would be 15.8 which is definitely underweight. What you refer to as an hourglass shape will likely be gone. And you will look malnourished. 180-200lbs will keep you at a healthy bmi.

Answered 11/23/2013

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