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A BMI of 25 is "overweight" for a Western adult, but research shows South Asians carry significantly more body fat at the same BMI — and face higher metabolic risk. The WHO recognises lower BMI thresholds for Asians. Here is what the research says and why it matters.
Body fat percentage is a more accurate measure of health than BMI. But how is it calculated, what is a healthy range for men and women, and which measurement method is most accessible? This guide covers everything.
The BMI scale classifies weight from underweight to obese — but what counts as healthy varies by age and sex. This guide explains the WHO chart, what your number actually means, and the well-documented limitations of BMI as a health measure.
TDEE is the total number of calories your body burns in a day — at rest and through activity. It is the master number behind every effective diet and fitness plan. This guide explains how TDEE is calculated and why it matters more than BMR alone.
The answer to "how many calories per day" is not the same for everyone. Your TDEE — Total Daily Energy Expenditure — depends on your weight, height, age, sex, and activity level. Here is the exact formula and tables by goal.
