A member asked:

Should i lose weight, if 4ft 11, and weigh 99 pounds, and run alot?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Normal BMI: Based on the data you provided you fall within the normal weight range for your height with a bmi of 20. It appears you may be doing the right things already. Maintenance of your weight by eating right, exercising and reducing stress are key to your staying healthy.

Answered 1/20/2017

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree W Dr. Awoskia: Your weight sounds fine. Eat healthfully. Try to eat at least 5 servings of vegetables & 4 of fruit per day. Increase nutritional fiber. Avoid refined sugar & junk carbohydrates. Avoid alcohol, sweetened juices, soda & caffeinated beverages. Aim for 7.5 to 8 hrs of sleep / night. Hydrate w at least 64 oz of water / day. Continue your physical activity. (:

Answered 9/29/2016

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