A woman who is trying to get pregnant has a BMI of 17 and 10 percent body fat. What factors should she consider concerning her body composition?

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A BMI of 17 and 10 percent body fat are both indicators of being underweight, which can compromise pregnancy outcomes by affecting hormonal balance and the ability to sustain a pregnancy. Increasing body fat to a healthy level can support a healthier pregnancy environment, but 40% body fat (choice B) is excessively high, and reducing body fat further (choice D) would be counterproductive. While a low BMI might pose challenges to conception, stating that she will be unable to conceive (choice E) is too absolute without considering other factors.

A Woman Who Is Trying to Get Pregnant Has a BMI