obesity
Pay attention to the size of your thighs
A recent Danish study suggested that women and men with thighs smaller than 60 centimeters may be at greater risk for heart disease. Since obesity is a known risk factor for heart disease, that may sound counterintuitive, but experts theorize that those with smaller thighs may have less muscle mass because they exercise less frequently.
BMI Calculator
The most commonly used method of determining if your weight is considered healthy is the body mass index (BMI), which is an index of weight adjusted for your height. Want to find out your BMI? Just type your height and weight into our BMI calculator, at right.
Obesity
Nearly 65 million women age 20 and older in the United States are overweight or obese – but in many cases overweight and obesity can be controlled with a few simple lifestyle changes. By knowing the weight that is healthiest for you and taking small steps to reach it, you can lead a heart healthy life.
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