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6 simple steps for weight loss

Weight loss step 1 Know your body mass index Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from your weight relative to your height. BMI is a fairly reliable indicator of body fatness for most people. BMI does not measure body fat directly, but research has shown that BMI correlates to direct measures of body fat, such as dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA). Since it is easy and more practical, BMI can be considered an alternative for direct measures of body fat as it is an inexpensive and easy-to-perform method of screening for weight. Weight loss step 1 Interpret and understand your BMI BMI Weight Status Below 18.5 Underweight 18.5 – 24.9 Normal 25.0 – 29.9 Overweight 30.0 and Above Obese Weight loss step 3. If you are overweight or obese, or if you have excess belly fat, you might be at a higher health risk. Understand your metabolic risk using the metabolic syndrome meter from W8MD medical weight loss centers of America. Weight loss step 4.  F...