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Adult BMI Categories Are Age-Independent: Same Ranges for All Adults 20+
The standard WHO BMI categories apply uniformly to all adults aged 20 and older, regardless of age:
- Underweight: <18.5
- Normal: 18.5–24.9
- Overweight: 25–29.9
- Obese: ≥30
While body composition changes with age (muscle loss, fat gain), the BMI cutoffs do not adjust. Clinicians should supplement with waist circumference, functional status, and comorbidity assessment for older adults.
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