Whether we’re planning to lose, gain, or maintain weight, one of the first and common questions people ask is, how much should I weigh? and what BMI is severe obesity? There isn’t one ideal healthy weight for everyone, since there are different factors that play a role in it. Such factors include one’s age, sex, muscle-fat ratio, body fat percentage, among others.

Have you ever wondered what the science is behind weight loss and if it’s possible to “trick your metabolism”? Let’s go over some quick information about weight loss.