The healthy weight range is based on a measurement known as the Body Mass Index (BMI). This can be determined if you know your weight and your height.

You measure your BMI as:

BMI = [ Your Weight (kg)/Height (meters) x Height (meters) ]

BMI values DO NOT APPLY TO children, pregnant women, people with muscular build (little body fat) eg athletes, elderly and those who have lost a lot of muscle mass.

BMI below 18.5kg/m²

Eat a well balanced diet, including high-energy and nutrient-rich food, and exercise regularly

BMI above 23kg/m²

Eat a well balanced diet, low in fat, and engage in regular physical activity to lose weight gradually.

Reduce your risk – Healthy Eating

You gain weight and increase your BMI if you consistently consume more calories than you use up through physical activity.

• Avoid high-calorie foods like cakes, pastries and soft drinks.
• Avoid snacking.
• Eat in moderation.
• Use healthier cooking methods ( eg. steam, grill, bake, stir-fry with minimum oil) to prepare your meals.
• Eat a healthy balanced diet with at least 2 servings of fruit and 2 servings of vegetables everyday.

• use up excess calories which would otherwise be stored as fat
• build healthy bones, muscles and joints
• manage stress and anxiety
• feel good about yourself

• Check your BMI
• Set a realistic target. Lose no more than 1 to 2 lb a week
• Eat a balanced diet, low in fat
• Exercise regularly
• Avoid slimming teas, drugs and pills unless prescribed by a doctor
• Aim for long-term sustained weight control, rather than short-term rapid weight loss