1. What is Women's Ideal Weight?

The Women's Ideal Weight calculation estimates a healthy body weight based on height using the Devine formula. It provides a general guideline for weight management and medical purposes.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( height_{in} \) — Height in inches
• 45.5 — Base weight in kg for a woman 5 feet tall
• 2.3 — Weight added per inch over 5 feet

Explanation: The formula calculates ideal weight for women, adding 2.3 kg for each inch over 5 feet (60 inches).

3. Importance of Ideal Weight Calculation

Details: Ideal weight calculations help in determining appropriate body weight for height, which is useful for nutritional assessment, medication dosing, and health risk evaluation.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter height in inches (1 foot = 12 inches). The calculator will estimate the ideal weight in kilograms.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Is this formula accurate for all women?
A: It provides a general estimate but doesn't account for factors like muscle mass, bone structure, or body composition.

Q2: What's the equivalent formula in pounds?
A: For pounds: 100 + 5 × (height_in - 60) or use the kg result × 2.20462.

Q3: How does this differ from BMI?
A: BMI considers both height and weight, while ideal weight is height-based only.

Q4: Should athletes use this formula?
A: Athletes with high muscle mass may weigh more than their "ideal" weight without health risks.

Q5: What about for very short or tall women?
A: The formula works best for heights 5'0" to 6'0". Outside this range, other methods may be more appropriate.