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No one factor, such as weight, gives a complete picture of how healthy — or unhealthy — you are. Regardless of your BMI or any other measurement, the risk of health problems rises if you have more than one other common problem. Here is a sample list:

 High blood pressure

 High levels of LDL (“bad”) cholesterol

 Low levels of HDL (“good”) cholesterol

 High levels of triglycerides (a kind of fat found in blood)TABLE 4-4 Estimated Risk Linked to BMI and Waist SizeBMI categoryRisk at Waist size <40 Inches (Men), <35 Inches (Women)Risk at Waist Size >40 Inches (Men), >35 Inches (Women)Underweight<18.5——Normal19–24.9——Overweight25–29.9IncreasedHighObese30–34.9HighVery high35–39.9Very highVery high>40Extremely highExtremely highNational Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health, www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/obesity/lose_wt/bmi_dis.htm

 A family history of premature heart disease, meaning one or more close relatives who suffered a heart attack before age 50 for a man or age 60 for a woman

 Not being physically active or being a smoker

If the profile fits, check with your doctor about a sensible wellness plan.