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A very good question. When we hear "overweight" we tend to think of someone who has excessive body fat. But not too many really take the time to ask "what is considered overweight." The answer is a bit sketchy because everyone is built different. But for average person, we can refer to a scale called the "Body Mass Index" or BMI. The scale is listed in columns which are categorized by health. These colums each have ranges of weight that fall into these categories, based on a person's height. So, in order to find you BMI, you would look for your height, look for your weight in the same row, and see which column if falls under. However, this isn't always completely accurate as some people build large amounts of muscle. But for the average person, it's a good tool. If you would like to quickly calculate your BMI, visit the following address: http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/ Another way that you can tell if you or another is overweight is by good ol' fashion judgement. But you may also want to keep in mind these questions: * Am I genetically predisposed to becomming overweight because of my race? * Does this run in my family genes? * Am I eating right? * What is the average weight of people my height and age? And for those of you who may feel that you are overweight, consider the following: * Am I really overweight? * What can I do to live a healthier lifestyle? * What is a healthy weight for me? And the bottom line is, if you're unsure do not hesitate to ask a medical professional.

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