Before I will discuss the healthy BMI for diabetics, I will explain what BMI is. The Body Mass Index (BMI) is a calculation based on your weight and height to determine if you are underweight, an ideal weight, overweight or obese. It’s an indication of the body fat you have. The numbers are fairly accurate but in some circumstances the calculations may not be 100% true. Because these results are purely based on numbers you should talk to your doctor about the number you are given and discuss other factors you should keep in account (such as muscle weight or body type).
As soon as your BMI reaches 30 you are considered obese. When you are in the higher end of the scale for overweight people (25 – 29.9) or in the obese category you have an increased risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Another indicator that you are at risk is your waist circumference. If you are a man with a waist that measures 40 inches or more, or a woman with a waist that measures 35 inches or more, than you have an increased abdominal fat risk factor for diabetes and other diseases.
For maintaining a healthy BMI you have to be at a weight that is perfect for your height and body type. These goals have more benefits than just controling blood glucose levels. Your energy level will increase, the amount of insuline you are on can be reduced and you will give yourself a longer life expectancy.
A healthy range lies between 18.5 and 24.9, so reduce your total body fat until you are in this range. Check with your doctor for advice on how to meet your goals. If you are just starting an exercise routine you need to get the okay from your doctor first. You don’t want to overtax yourself when you start and your doctor may give you some restrictions for you to ensure you do not suffer from injury or hypoglycemia.
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Fri, Nov 7, 2008
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