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What is a good bmi number?
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20-25: A bmi between 20-25 is considered in the healthy range. Over 25 is considered overweight and over 30 is considered obese.
Answered 11/22/2013
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It always changes: Bmi 20-25 is "ideal body weight" which may not be as healthy as 26-29. A recent study showed this higher bmi was a healthier weight range for people than ideal.
Answered 11/27/2018
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