Underweight is a term used in describing an individual whose weight is below the recommended weight for his/her height and also has inadequate body fat to sustain the body. The BMI calculation is used in determining whether an individual is underweight or not. A person is underweight when their BMI.......
Overweight or obesity is a term used in describing an individual who has excess body fat. Simple methods such as Body Mass Index (BMI) calculations and waist circumference measurement are used in defining it. Individuals aged 18 and above are considered overweight when their BMI is between 25 and 30........
Diets high in calories, that is high in fat or high in sugar are among the contributing factors of overweight and obesity, which are risk factors for Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, some cancers and cardiovascular diseases like heart disease and stroke. To reduce the risk of overweight and.......
In this article we explain two simple methods you can use to get a rough idea of your nutritional status. 1) Calculating your Body Mass Index (BMI) This is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms by the square of your height in metres{Weight in kg/ (height in metres)2}. Now look up your.......
When it comes to alcohol, most of us have lots of questions. Below we answer some frequently asked questions. Are there risks associated with drinking alcohol? Yes there are. Alcohol consumption is associated with liver problems, reduced fertility, high blood pressure, some cancers and heart attacks. What amount of alcohol.......
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