Target BMI Topic

Slimming_student 08/09/23
I was wondering what everyone's target BMI is? I'm at 20.4 but not super happy at the moment. I want to lose another 10lb but that would put me at 18.5. What is everyone else's goal?

U1191454393 08/09/23
18.5 would place you extremely close to underweight. Seems that you are fine at 20.4

Dietician 08/09/23 replied to Slimming_student
Hi Slimming_student-
I am sorry to hear you are struggling! It can be frustrating when our bodies don't appear as we think they should.
To answer your question, a BMI of 20 is healthy. I would not encourage you to lose any more weight. Instead, you might start focusing on other health goals. How is your fitness level? Do you have enough energy to get through your day? How is your digestion?

While tracking can help some people lose weight and learn how their habits impact their health goals, it can be triggering for others. I would suggest taking a break from tracking on the MyNetDiary app or other food and exercise trackers. Instead, I'd recommend working individually with a registered dietitian experienced with disordered eating. This resource can help you find a dietitian: https://www.eatright.org/find-a-nutrition-expert
In addition, consider working with a counselor to discuss body image and mental health. This resource can help you locate a counselor: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
Finally, this article provides additional information on disordered eating: https://www.mynetdiary.com/eating-disorders-food-tracking.html
You deserve to feel happy and healthy no matter your size! Please let me know if you received this note. Best, Joanna (MyNetDiary Dietitian)

U1195491518 08/09/23
Girl I have a bmi of 24🥲🥲🥲 20 would be my dream!!!!!

Target BMI