What is considered a low body mass?
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a Body Mass Index (BMI) of less than 18.5 is generally considered underweight and represents a low body mass. This calculation is a primary screening tool for assessing weight status relative to height in adults.