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Let's know the right weight
Last updated on September 19, 2024.
Be careful as obesity leads to cancer and metabolic syndrome and increases the risk of getting lifestyle-related diseases.
On the other hand, thinness has shown that young women are at risk of bone loss and birth of low child birth weight infants, making it easier for older people to fall into frail (middle health and nursing care).
In order to live a healthy life, it is important to be careful not to overweight or lean, and to maintain a proper weight.
The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare's “Japanese Dietary Intake Standards” shows the range of healthy BMI by age. It is important to manage weight according to changes in life stages.
Method of calculating BMI
Physique check
BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height (m) ÷ height (m)
(Example) For people weighing 60kg and 165cm tall
60÷1.65÷1.65≒22
BMI is 22.
| Age | 18-49 years old | 50-64 years old | 65 years old or older |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target BMI | 18.5～24.9 | 20.0～24.9 | 21.5～24.9 |
Inquiries to this page
Totsuka Ward Health and Welfare Center Health and Welfare Division
Phone: 045-866-8426
Phone: 045-866-8426
Fax: 045-865-3963
E-Mail address [email protected]
Page ID: 663-140-216
