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Im 8lbs underweight according to bmi but eat plenty of food/cals for how active i am. do i need to gain? i look healthy and don't want to become fat.

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Dr. Sarkis Barupian answered

Proper nutrition: BMI is only a guideline. It is important that you eat regularly, healthy, exercise and be happy.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/12/2014

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A member asked:

Im 8lbs underweight according to bmi but eat plenty of food/cals for how active i am. do i need to gain? i look healthy and don't want to become fat.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sarkis Barupian answered

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

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