These healthy fat sources should help you add pounds without elevating your cholesterol levels. Add nuts or seeds to stir-fries and oatmeal and avocado to salads, or enjoy a spoonful of peanut butter or other nut butter between meals. Learn more about how age, race and gender might affect BMI results in our FAQ, below.
BMI can underestimate body fat in frail, older people who have lost muscle mass.
And as you age, your muscle tone plays a role. BMI recommendations differ based on your gender and other variables. How to understand your results: Keep in mind that BMI has its limits. You may be better able to fight disease and enjoy good health by reaching and maintaining an appropriate weight. What your number means: Your BMI suggests you are underweight.