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These guidelines from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute present a new approach for the assessment of overweight and obesity and establish principles of safe and effective weight loss. Calc... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Calculate your body mass index at this site by inserting your weight in pounds and selecting your height. Click on the "compute" button to get the results.... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
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Many cultures hold the belief that being overweight is a sign of health and wealth. The reality is, being overweight or obese increases a person’s risk of many chronic diseases, and children are no ex... Details >
This report outlines strategies that communities can use in helping to address the problems of overweight and obesity. Options include requiring physical education at all school grades, providing more... Details >
The Weight-Control Information Network (WIN) is a national source of information on weight control, obesity, and weight-related nutritional disorders for health professionals and the public.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Ten questions and answers to help you determine how much you know about body fat.... Details >