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What is the best weight for my age?

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Depends...: On your height and body frame; don't get stuck on a number per se - focus on healthy eating and fitness.

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Answered 11/11/2018

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Weight: Your weight should be based on your height not age.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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What is your height?: You can use BMI calculator or chart to get an idea. BMI Categories: Underweight = <18.5, Normal weight = 18.5–24.9, Overweight = 25–29.9 & Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater. See: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_wt/BMI/bmicalc.htm

Answered 11/11/2018

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