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	{{Short description\|Overview of human body weight}}		{{Short description\|Overview of human body weight}}
	~~{{About\|the weight of the human body\|other uses\|Body weight (disambiguation)}}~~
	~~{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}~~

	'''Human body weight''' refers to the mass or weight of a person. It is measured in [[kilograms]] or [[pounds]], depending on the region. Body weight is an important indicator of health and is used in various medical and fitness assessments.		'''Human body weight''' refers to the mass or weight of a person. It is measured in [[kilograms]] or [[pounds]], depending on the region. Body weight is an important indicator of health and is used in various medical and fitness assessments.

			[[File:Obesity-waist circumference.svg\|thumb\|Obesity-waist circumference]]
	==Factors affecting body weight==		==Factors affecting body weight==
	Several factors can influence a person's body weight, including:		Several factors can influence a person's body weight, including:
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	* [[Weight management]]		* [[Weight management]]
	* [[Nutrition]]		* [[Nutrition]]

	~~==References==~~
	~~{{Reflist}}~~

	==External links==		==External links==
	* [https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/index.html CDC - Healthy Weight]		* [https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/index.html CDC - Healthy Weight]
	* [https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight WHO - Obesity and Overweight]		* [https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight WHO - Obesity and Overweight]

	[[Category:Human body]]		[[Category:Human body]]
	[[Category:Health indicators]]		[[Category:Health indicators]]
	[[Category:Weight management]]		[[Category:Weight management]]
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	~~File:Broselowtape.JPG\|Broselow Tape~~
	~~File:Estonian Biobank of the Estonian Genome Center, University of Tartu\|Estonian Biobank~~
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	{{Short description\|Overview of human body weight}}		{{Short description\|Overview of human body weight}}
			{{About\|the weight of the human body\|other uses\|Body weight (disambiguation)}}
	{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}		{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}

	'''Human body weight''' refers to the mass or weight of a person. It is measured in kilograms ~~(kg)~~ or pounds ~~(lb) and~~ is an important indicator of health and ~~well-being~~. ~~Body~~ weight ~~is influenced by~~ a ~~variety of factors~~, including ~~genetics, diet, physical~~ activity, ~~and overall health~~.		'''Human body weight''' refers to the mass or weight of a person. It is measured in [[kilograms]] or [[pounds]], depending on the region. Body weight is an important indicator of health and is used in various medical and fitness assessments.

			==Factors affecting body weight==
			Several factors can influence a person's body weight, including:

			* '''[[Genetics]]''': Genetic makeup can affect metabolism and body composition.
			* '''[[Diet (nutrition)\|Diet]]''': The types and amounts of food consumed directly impact body weight.
			* '''[[Physical activity]]''': Regular exercise can help maintain a healthy weight by burning calories.
			* '''[[Metabolism]]''': The rate at which the body burns calories can vary between individuals.
			* '''[[Hormones]]''': Hormonal imbalances can lead to weight gain or loss.
			* '''[[Ageing\|Age]]''': Metabolism tends to slow down with age, affecting weight.
			* '''[[Sleep]]''': Poor sleep patterns can contribute to weight gain.

	==~~Measurement~~==		==Measuring body weight==
	Body weight is typically measured using a ~~scale. In medical settings, accurate measurement is crucial for assessing health status, calculating~~ [[~~Body Mass Index\|BMI~~]]~~, and determining appropriate medication dosages. The [[File:Broselowtape~~.~~JPG\|thumb\|Broselow tape used for pediatric emergency care]]~~ is ~~an example~~ of ~~a tool used~~ to ~~estimate body weight in children based on their height~~.		Body weight is typically measured using a [[weighing scale]]. It is important to measure weight consistently, at the same time of day and under similar conditions, to track changes accurately.

	==~~Factors Influencing~~ Body ~~Weight~~==		==Body weight and health==
	~~Several factors can influence an individual's~~ body weight:		Maintaining a healthy body weight is crucial for overall health. Being overweight or underweight can lead to various health issues:

	* '''~~Genetics~~''': ~~Genetic makeup can affect metabolism, fat distribution, and~~ the ~~propensity to gain or lose weight.~~		* '''[[Obesity]]''': Excess body weight increases the risk of [[cardiovascular disease]], [[diabetes]], and [[hypertension]].
	* '''Diet''': Caloric intake and nutritional quality of ~~food can significantly impact body weight.~~		* '''[[Underweight]]''': Being underweight can lead to [[malnutrition]], [[osteoporosis]], and [[anemia]].
	* '''Physical Activity''': Regular exercise can help maintain a healthy weight by burning calories and building muscle.
	* '''Health Conditions''': Conditions such as [[~~hypothyroidism~~]], [[~~Cushing's syndrome~~]], and [[~~eating disorders~~]] ~~can affect body weight~~.
	* '''~~Medications~~''': ~~Some medications~~ can lead to ~~weight gain or loss as a side effect~~.

	==~~Health Implications~~==		==Body Mass Index (BMI)==
	~~Maintaining~~ a healthy body weight is important for overall health. Both underweight and overweight individuals may face health challenges. Being underweight can lead to malnutrition, weakened immune function, and osteoporosis, while being overweight or obese increases the ~~risk of [[cardiovascular disease]], [[type 2 diabetes]], and certain types~~ of ~~cancer~~.		[[Body Mass Index]] (BMI) is a common method used to assess whether a person has a healthy body weight. It is calculated by dividing a person's weight in kilograms by the square of their height in meters. The BMI categories are:

	~~==Body Weight and Genetics==~~		* Underweight: BMI < 18.5
	~~Research, such as that conducted by the [[File~~:~~Estonian Biobank of the Estonian Genome Center, University of Tartu\|thumb\|Estonian Biobank]], has shown that genetics play a significant role in determining body weight~~. ~~Studies of twins and families have demonstrated that body weight is heritable, with estimates suggesting that 40-70% of the variation in body weight is due to genetic factors~~.		* Normal weight: BMI 18.5–24.9
			* Overweight: BMI 25–29.9
			* Obesity: BMI ≥ 30

	==~~Also see~~==		==See also==
	* [[Body ~~Mass Index~~]]		* [[Body composition]]
	* [[~~Obesity~~]]		* [[Caloric intake]]
			* [[Weight management]]
	* [[Nutrition]]		* [[Nutrition]]
	* [[Physical exercise]]
	* [[Metabolism]]

	{{~~Human body~~}}		==References==
	~~{{Health}}~~		{{Reflist}}

			==External links==
			* [https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/index.html CDC - Healthy Weight]
			* [https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/obesity-and-overweight WHO - Obesity and Overweight]

	[[Category:Human body]]		[[Category:Human body]]
	[[Category:Health]]		[[Category:Health indicators]]
	[[Category:Weight management]]		[[Category:Weight management]]

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	~~Human body weight refers to a person's mass or weight, a fundamental aspect~~ of human ~~biology, health, and fitness. The measurement of~~ body weight ~~provides important information about a person's nutritional status, risk for chronic diseases, and overall health.~~		{{Short description\|Overview of human body weight}}
			{{Use dmy dates\|date=October 2023}}

	~~== Measurement Units ==~~		'''Human body weight''' refers to the mass or weight of a person. It is measured in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb) and is an important indicator of health and well-being. Body weight is influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, diet, physical activity, and overall health.

	Body weight is ~~primarily~~ measured ~~in kilograms (kg),~~ a ~~unit of mass, throughout the world, especially in countries that use the metric system~~. ~~However~~, ~~in some countries like the United States~~, ~~body weight is typically measured in pounds (lb). In the United Kingdom~~, ~~body weight is often recorded in stones~~ and ~~pounds, where one stone~~ is ~~equivalent~~ to ~~14 pounds. Despite the use of pounds and stones in daily life, most healthcare institutions globally, including those~~ in ~~the United States, use kilograms for medical calculations and documentation~~.		==Measurement==
			Body weight is typically measured using a scale. In medical settings, accurate measurement is crucial for assessing health status, calculating [[Body Mass Index\|BMI]], and determining appropriate medication dosages. The [[File:Broselowtape.JPG\|thumb\|Broselow tape used for pediatric emergency care]] is an example of a tool used to estimate body weight in children based on their height.

	== Factors Influencing Body Weight ==		==Factors Influencing Body Weight==
			Several factors can influence an individual's body weight:

	~~Several factors~~ can ~~influence an individual~~'s body weight, ~~including genetic predisposition, diet, physical activity level, age, sex, muscle mass~~, and ~~overall health status~~. ~~Certain medical conditions and~~ medications can ~~also~~ lead to weight gain or ~~weight~~ loss.		* '''Genetics''': Genetic makeup can affect metabolism, fat distribution, and the propensity to gain or lose weight.
			* '''Diet''': Caloric intake and nutritional quality of food can significantly impact body weight.
			* '''Physical Activity''': Regular exercise can help maintain a healthy weight by burning calories and building muscle.
			* '''Health Conditions''': Conditions such as [[hypothyroidism]], [[Cushing's syndrome]], and [[eating disorders]] can affect body weight.
			* '''Medications''': Some medications can lead to weight gain or loss as a side effect.

	== Health Implications ==		==Health Implications==
			Maintaining a healthy body weight is important for overall health. Both underweight and overweight individuals may face health challenges. Being underweight can lead to malnutrition, weakened immune function, and osteoporosis, while being overweight or obese increases the risk of [[cardiovascular disease]], [[type 2 diabetes]], and certain types of cancer.

	Body ~~weight~~, ~~when considered with other measurements~~ such as ~~height (to calculate Body Mass Index or BMI)~~, ~~waist circumference~~, ~~and waist-to-hip ratio, can help assess~~ a ~~person's risk for health conditions such as obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain types~~ of ~~cancer. Both underweight~~ and ~~overweight conditions can be associated~~ with ~~health risks~~.		==Body Weight and Genetics==
			Research, such as that conducted by the [[File:Estonian Biobank of the Estonian Genome Center, University of Tartu\|thumb\|Estonian Biobank]], has shown that genetics play a significant role in determining body weight. Studies of twins and families have demonstrated that body weight is heritable, with estimates suggesting that 40-70% of the variation in body weight is due to genetic factors.

	== ~~Management of Body Weight~~ ==		==Also see==
			* [[Body Mass Index]]
			* [[Obesity]]
			* [[Nutrition]]
			* [[Physical exercise]]
			* [[Metabolism]]

	~~Maintaining a healthy~~ body weight involves balancing energy intake (calories consumed) with energy expenditure (calories burned). This is often achieved through a combination of a balanced diet and regular physical activity. In some cases, medication or surgery may be recommended to assist with weight management.		{{Human body}}
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Human body weight refers to a person's mass or weight, a fundamental aspect of human biology, health, and fitness. The measurement of body weight provides important information about a person's nutritional status, risk for chronic diseases, and overall health.

== Measurement Units ==

Body weight is primarily measured in kilograms (kg), a unit of mass, throughout the world, especially in countries that use the metric system. However, in some countries like the United States, body weight is typically measured in pounds (lb). In the United Kingdom, body weight is often recorded in stones and pounds, where one stone is equivalent to 14 pounds. Despite the use of pounds and stones in daily life, most healthcare institutions globally, including those in the United States, use kilograms for medical calculations and documentation.

== Factors Influencing Body Weight ==

Several factors can influence an individual's body weight, including genetic predisposition, diet, physical activity level, age, sex, muscle mass, and overall health status. Certain medical conditions and medications can also lead to weight gain or weight loss.

== Health Implications ==

Body weight, when considered with other measurements such as height (to calculate Body Mass Index or BMI), waist circumference, and waist-to-hip ratio, can help assess a person's risk for health conditions such as obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. Both underweight and overweight conditions can be associated with health risks.

== Management of Body Weight ==

Maintaining a healthy body weight involves balancing energy intake (calories consumed) with energy expenditure (calories burned). This is often achieved through a combination of a balanced diet and regular physical activity. In some cases, medication or surgery may be recommended to assist with weight management.
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