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So i am 110 pounds and i am about 5'9 yes i know im probably the skinnedt person you've seen. but my doctor says im healthy? just underweight?
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Underweight: For your height and gender your ideal body weight is between 135 lbs and 170 lbs. Without knowing more about your history, genetics and dietary habits, but based just on your age, sex and height you are significantly underweight and an evaluation into why is appropriate.
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