When is your BMI too low?

When is your BMI too low?

If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the underweight range. If your BMI is 18.5 to 24.9, it falls within the normal or Healthy Weight range. If your BMI is 25.0 to 29.9, it falls within the overweight range.

Is it better to be overweight or underweight?

FRIDAY, March 28, 2014 (HealthDay News) — It’s said you can never be too rich or too thin, but new research suggests otherwise. People who are clinically underweight face an even higher risk for dying than obese individuals, the study shows.

Is it OK to be naturally underweight?

Being underweight can cause health problems, just as being overweight can. Not all people who are underweight experience adverse side effects or symptoms from being underweight. However, some people, experience the following symptoms related to being underweight: Osteoporosis.

What happens if my BMI is 15?

There are also different tiers of anorexia based on BMI ranging from mild (<17.5), moderate (, and severe (15-15.99), to extreme (<15). A BMI below 13.5 can lead to organ failure, while a BMI below 12 can be life threatening.

What is a healthy weight for a 5’2 female?

Ideal Weight Chart

Male		Female
5′ 1″	101 – 123 lbs.	95 – 116 lbs.
5′ 2″	106 – 130 lbs.	99 – 121 lbs.
5′ 3″	112 – 136 lbs.	104 – 127 lbs.
5′ 4″	117 – 143 lbs.	108 – 132 lbs.

What does 50% body fat look like?

50% body fat: This skin will appear more dimple or “cottage cheese” like. HIp Circumference may reach 45+ inches and waist circumference 40+ inches.

Is 17 percent body fat good for a woman?

Normal body fat percent for women is 20 to 30 (for men it is lower). In women, below 17 is extreme low body fat; between 30 to 33, high body fat; and above 34, extremely high body fat or obese. The recommended healthy body fat percentiles increase slightly with age.