Ideal Weight Calculator
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How is a healthy weight range worked out?
The most common method takes the healthy BMI band (18.5–24.9) and multiplies it by your height in metres squared. That gives a range rather than a single number, which is more realistic — healthy bodies come in different shapes.
What is the Devine formula?
The Devine formula (1974) was originally created to help calculate medication doses. It gives a single “ideal body weight” figure based on height and sex. It’s a useful reference point but the BMI range is generally more practical for everyday goals.
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