Jeff has a BMI of 28 kg/m2. He has no obesity-related health risk factors. Jeff is an appropriate candidate to take a prescription weight loss drug.

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According to the NIH Guidelines for the Management of Overweight and Obesity in Adults, prescription weight loss drugs should only be considered for individuals with a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater, or for those with a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater and at least one obesity-related health risk factor such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea. Jeff's BMI is below the threshold for prescription weight loss drugs and he has no obesity-related health risk factors, so he is not an appropriate candidate for such medication.

Jeff Has a BMI of 28 Kg/m2