Go Figure.....How Overweight Are You?

One can easily understand that they are overweight by looking in the mirror or stepping on the scale, but just how far away from "normal" are you.  Today I just simply wanted to give you a "Go Figure" on your own method to determine where your numbers lie.  The number on the scale is important, but it becomes even more important when you determine it's value against the height of an individual.  So, get your calculator out and crunch your numbers.  I hope after that, you will begin to "crunch" the numbers by making some lifestyle changes. 

To calculate your BMI (Body Mass Index) use this equation:

1.  Find your weight in pounds and multiply by 705

2. Now find your height in inches, and multiply that number by itself. (height squared)

3.  Now divide the height number by your weight.  That number is your BMI


Example:
Say you're a 130 pound woman who stands 5 ft 7 inches tall (or 67 inches tall)

130 pounds x 705=91,650

67 inches x 67 inches=4,489

Now divide 91,650 by 4,489 to get 20.4

20.4 is the BMI

Now here's the guide for your BMI value:

<18.5=Underweight

18.5-25=Normal

25-29.9=Overweight

>30 =Obese



Remember that obesity is linked to these and other health consequences:

High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol
Diabetes
Heart disease, stroke, and chest pain
Congestive Heart Failure
Gallbladder disease and gallstones
Gout
Osteoarthritis
Sleep Apnea
Pregnancy complications
Menstrual and Hormone irregularities
Bladder Control Problems
Kidney Disease
Depression

Call me if I can help you get your BMI back in check.
I've coached many people to their weight loss goals throughout the years.

Give the gift of health to yourself. Victory is possible!!

To your good health,
Dr. Sonja