A member asked:

I weigh 290 lbs and i'm 5'10 how much weight do i need to lose to be at a normal weight

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Dr. Ravinder Nagpaul answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Need to loose a lot: Based on Hamwi formula your ideal weight should be 156 lbs.. Healthy range i from 139 to 173 lbs. Now you can assess how much you have to loose. So get ready and start to work on it!!

Answered 12/7/2016

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Dr. Frank Amico Jr answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

BMI chart: Base on the BMI chart, you are categorized in the "extreme obesity" section. Someone who is a 23 year old male would be considered a normal weight at 167 pounds. With that being said, do not think that you need to be "normal" as per the BMI scale. I always tell my patients do the best they can. Losing as much weight as you can in a safe manner is the most important thing.

Answered 9/29/2016

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