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Dissatisfied with your weight?

We're bombarded with scare stories about weight, from size zero to the obesity 'epidemic'. But a healthy weight is determined by different factors for each of us. Our expert advice is designed to help you achieve and maintain a healthy, life-enhancing weight.

Your weight (image: woman's feet on weighing scales)

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Are you a healthy weight?

What's a healthy weight? Do you need to lose weight? Do you need to gain weight? Does BMI matter?

Understanding your weight

Myths about metabolism Why we gain weight Children's weight

Losing weight

How to lose weight A healthy weight-loss diet

Maintaining your weight

Keeping a food and activity diary Staying a healthy weight

Measuring waist circumference Weight calculators Body mass index, waist measurement and more

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