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International guidance on BMI thresholds for adult Asian populations
| White European populations | Asian populations | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 18.5 kg/m2 | Less than 18.5 kg/m2 | Underweight |
| 18.5–24.9 kg/m2 | 18.5–23 kg/m2 | Increasing but acceptable risk |
| 25–29.9 kg/m2 | 23–27.5 kg/m2 | Increased risk |
| 30 kg/m2 or higher | 27.5 kg/m2 or higher | High risk |
