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Eating nutritious foods that are high in calories is a good way to gain weight. It's also important to understand the reason why you're underweight.
There are several online calculators available that help calculate BMI . See BMI calculator. BMI, Weight status. Below 18.5, Underweight. 18.5-24.9, Healthy.
Underweight. 18.5-24.9, Standard range. 25.0-29.9, Overweight. 30.0 and higher, Obesity. Could having a high BMI affect my ability to get pregnant? Having a ...
If you're underweight before pregnancy, it's essential to gain a reasonable amount of weight while you're pregnant. Without the extra weight, your baby might be ...
Severely restricting food intake and being underweight weakens bone in both men and women. Gastrointestinal surgery. Surgery to reduce the size of your ...
Overview. Amenorrhea (uh-men-o-REE-uh) is the absence of menstruation, often defined as missing one or more menstrual periods. Primary amenorrhea refers to ...
Unexplained weight loss has many causes — some serious. Find out when losing weight without trying calls for a medical evaluation.
Healthy ways to gain weight when you're underweight include eating more frequently; choosing nutrient-rich foods; and exercise, especially strength training.
Body mass index (BMI) uses weight and height to estimate body fat. A high BMI and large waist size may signal an increased risk of heart disease.
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