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I am 60 years old. my hight is 5' 8 how much weight is good for health ?

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Healthy Weight: There is a range of Weight for each Frame. Small Frame Healthy Weight is 139 Lbs. Medium Frame Healthy Weight is 154Lbs Large Frame Healthy Weight is 169 Lbs. • Do not focus on a specific weight. • Focus on Not Being Underweight or Overweight. • If you are Underweight or Overweight, see a Physician. Health is Wealth!

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Answered 11/28/2017

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