Average weights increase with age and vary by height.
What’s considered healthy for one person may not be for another.
For females of the following ages, the average weights are as follows:
Average weight also varies byethnicity.
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Whats considered a healthy weight for women isnt one-size-fits-all.
It depends on factors like age, height, andbody composition.
BMI is a calculation that compares your weight to your height.
These resources vary significantly around the world for many different reasons.
In places wherefoodor healthcare is limited, average body weight may be lower.
Over time, changes in access to these things can shift weight trends in different countries.
It doesn’t consider key factors like body composition, ethnicity, sex, race, or age.
But health is far more personal than a single number.
Instead of focusing only on BMI, consider a broader view of what health looks like for you.
While average weight data can offer general context, it doesnt define whats healthy for you.
For a clearer picture of your health, its best to talk to a healthcare provider.
While researchers use tools to estimate healthy weight, whats healthy is ultimately personal.
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