Before figuring out if you’re overweight by medical standards, keep in mind that many fashion models and celebrities are unrealistically thin, and you shouldn’t expect to look like them. Your goal is to achieve a healthy weight — one that improves your blood glucose control and reduces your risk of other medical problems.
To see if you could benefit from weight loss, consider these three factors — your body mass index, your waist circumference, and your personal and family medical history.
