Fitness Tips: New research from Denmark suggests that having a very low BMI may be more dangerous than being overweight. So learn the true relationship between health and weight.

Fitness Tips: We often believe that a lean body is considered the healthiest . However, recent research from Denmark has challenged this notion. This study found that having a very low BMI ( Body Mass Index ) can be even more dangerous than being overweight .

It's worth noting that research conducted on more than 85,000 people found that those with a BMI of less than 18.5 were nearly three times more likely to die early. Meanwhile, those with a BMI between 22.5 and 24.9 were found to be the healthiest. Interestingly, those with a BMI slightly above the normal " healthy range," i.e., between 25 and 35, did not have an increased risk of death. This means that being overweight isn't always harmful.

What is the truth about the shaped curve figure?

The research showed a U-shaped curve, meaning people with the lowest and highest BMIs had the highest risk of death in both groups.

• Underweight (BMI <18.5): Three times higher risk
• Low healthy range (18.5 – 19.9): Almost twice the risk
• BMI 20–22.4: 27 percent risk
• BMI 25 – 35 (Overweight/Obese): No significant risk
• BMI 40+ (Severe obesity): double the risk

The body needs fuel

These results may seem surprising, but they're absolutely true. The body needs energy to survive. When we become too thin or don't eat enough, the body stops functioning properly. Therefore, it's important to understand that BMI isn't a perfect measure of health because it doesn't take into account fat, diet, or other factors.

On whose data was BMI created?

BMI was created about 200 years ago based on data from a small number of European men. Therefore, it cannot be applied equally to everyone in society . This means that if you are slightly overweight but maintain a balanced diet and an active lifestyle, it 's not a major problem.

The idea that "being thin equals being healthy" is incomplete. True health lies in physical balance. BMI is just an indicator, not the ultimate truth. To achieve this, we must focus on our diet and exercise , not just on the weighing machine.