Clearly, there’s a combination of factors at play here. As women, your lower muscle mass burns fewer calories while resting, your determination may work against you, and the company you keep may lure you into eating more. Make no mistake — men have their own set of health woes and need just as much support to stay healthy. Together, with the right information, both men and women can understand and help one another maintain an ideal weight. Learn more about body mass index and how it plays a role in your unique, personalized weight loss journey. UPMC’s interactive BMI tool can help you get started.