What is considered the healthy range for Body Mass Index (BMI)?

The healthy range for Body Mass Index (BMI) is commonly accepted to be between 18.5 and 24.9. The choice that aligns most closely with this accepted range is the one labeled 19 to 26, placing it within the thresholds of a healthy weight category.

Maintaining a BMI within this range is important for overall health as it indicates a balance between weight and height that is associated with lower risks of chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and other health issues that can arise from being underweight or overweight.

In contrast, the other ranges mentioned either fall below the healthy threshold (15 to 18, indicating underweight) or exceed it (27 to 30 and 31 to 35, indicating overweight and obesity respectively). Therefore, the choice highlighting 19 to 26 best reflects the guidelines for a healthy BMI range.