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How To Determine One's Ideal Weight?
Question: Hi Doc,
I'm 34 years old and having weight 78 kg, which is overweight (I think).
Plz tell me exact weight which I have to be. (My height is 172 cm).
I'm 34 years old and having weight 78 kg, which is overweight (I think).
Plz tell me exact weight which I have to be. (My height is 172 cm).
Brief Answer:
Your BMI is 26.4 kg/m2
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
Your BMI is 26.4 and it should be <25.
Your body weight should be between 56-74 kg. Ideal would be around 68 kg for your age and height.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
Your BMI is 26.4 kg/m2
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
Your BMI is 26.4 and it should be <25.
Your body weight should be between 56-74 kg. Ideal would be around 68 kg for your age and height.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
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