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For most adults,* a body mass index greater than 30 is considered obese.

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The goal for most adults is a body mass index that's over 18 and under 25. A body mass index between 25 and 30 is generally considered to be overweight.

* Body mass indexes, for all categories are different for adults, children, males and females, and other special cases. Suspected over and under weight, and obese conditions should be seen by a qualified physician.

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