as BMI is a screening tool, not a diagnostic one. Age: 20-40 years: The standard BMI range is most applicable. Maintaining a stable weight within this range is ideal. 40-60 years: Sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) begins. A person may have a “normal” BMI but still have a high body fat percentage (“skinny fat”). Body composition (muscle vs. fat) becomes more important than the number on the scale. 60+ years: A BMI in the upper end of the normal range or even slightly overweight (e.g., 25-27) may be associated with better resilience against illness and frailty. However, waist circumference is a vital check to monitor dangerous abdominal fat. Other Important Factors BMI Does Not Account For: Muscle Mass: Athletes with high muscle mass may have a BMI in the
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