You are asking about the different BMI categories recommended for Asian populations compared to the global standard.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) Global Standard BMI Categories are:
| Category | BMI Range (kg/m2) | Health Interpretation |
| Underweight | Below 18.5 | Possible malnutrition or low body fat |
| Normal / Healthy | 18.5 – 24.9 | Optimal weight range |
| Overweight | 25 – 29.9 | Higher risk of heart disease, diabetes |
| Obese | 30 or above | High risk of chronic conditions |
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The Asian BMI Categories are often modified due to research showing that many Asian populations face higher health risks (like higher body fat and chronic disease risk) at lower BMI levels. The recommended lower cutoffs are: