Ideal Weight and Height Charts: Benchmarks by Age & Gender

Ideal weight and height ratios vary based on age, frame size, and gender. Use our charts to determine healthy body measurements and find your happy weight beyond the scale.

Studio shot of soy beans

Does Soy Make You Gain Weight?

Any food, eaten in excess, will make you gain weight, which includes foods made from soy. That doesn't mean that soy is inherently fattening, though; in fact, many soy-derived foods have nutrients that actually help with weight control.

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Unhappy Caucasian woman standing on weight scale

Why Do I Gain Weight so Easily?

Losing weight is a difficult and long process for most people, but if your clothes feel a little tight when you even look at a cheeseburger combo, it can feel especially discouraging. Gaining weight easily might mean you have a slower-than-average metabolism, you need to readjust your perception of calories eaten vs.

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Woman measuring waistline

Healthy Body Measurements for a Woman

It's no secret that excess fat poses a health risk; carry too much extra weight, and you'll face a higher risk of dementia, cardiovascular disease and even certain types of cancer. With their body measurements, women can use one of a few methods to determine if they're at a higher risk for disease.

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Height-to-Foot-Size Ratio

While you might be more familiar with other health-related ratios -- like weight-to-height ratios or waist-to-hip ratios -- the foot-to-height ratio can be helpful in some situations.

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