Chapter 1 Study Questions with Answers

5. What body mass index (BMI) values are associated with being underweight, overweight, and obese? Do these vary for men and women? Underweight < 18.5 kg/m2 Overweight 25 to 29.9 kg/m2 Obese ≥ 30 kg/m2 These standards are the same for men and women. 6. Obesity is seen as a complex disorder with multiple contributing factors. ................
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