By Neha Yadav
Published Mar 25, 2024

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

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4 tips to maintain a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body Mass Index (BMI) measures body fat based on height and weight. A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered an ideal BMI. Maintaining a healthy BMI is essential to prevent obesity and malnutrition. 

Here are some tips to maintain a healthy Body Mass Index (BMI).

Exercise

Exercising is an excellent way to maintain a healthy weight and manage your BMI. It helps tone your body muscles, burns excess calories and promotes healthy weight. 

Eat a healthy diet

A balanced diet rich in proteins, carbohydrates, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals to manage weight. Avoid processed and junk food to prevent obesity and other health problems.

Manage your sugar intake

Keep track of your sugar intake to prevent weight gain and obesity. 

Drink an adequate amount of water

Consuming an adequate amount of water every day can help keep you hydrated and flush out toxins from your body. It also helps promote absorption of nutrients, preventing underweight and overweight BMI.