Calculating your ideal body weight (IBW) can help you gain some insight into your possible risk for weight-related health conditions. However, this tool doesn’t always provide an accurate assessment.

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How many calories you should eat a day depends on your age, sex, physical activity, and whether you are trying to maintain, ...