The lightest person in the world is believed to be Jyoti Amge, an Indian woman of Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. She holds the Guinness World Records title for the ‘lightest living woman’. Jyoti Amge weighs just 5.5 kg and stands at a height of 62.8 cm, making her the lightest person in the world.
Jyoti Amge – The Lightest Person in the World
Jyoti Amge is a 23-year-old Indian woman who was born on 16 December 1993. She has a medical condition known as achondroplasia, due to which she does not grow beyond 62.8 cm. Jyoti Amge’s family first noticed her unusual size when she was only 6 months old.
Jyoti Amge’s family first attempted to get her Guinness World Records title for being the lightest person in the world in 2011. However, at that time she weighed 6 kg, which was still below the minimum requirement of 7 kg. After a year of intense dieting, she was finally able to reach the minimum requirement and was awarded the title of ‘lightest living woman’ by Guinness World Records in 2012.
Jyoti Amge is the lightest person in the world and her condition has led her to be featured on a number of TV shows, including the American horror anthology series American Horror Story: Freak Show in 2014.
Health and Wellbeing of the Lightest Person in the World
Due to her condition, Jyoti Amge is unable to gain any weight or height and requires to take extra care of her health and wellbeing. She requires regular medical check-ups to ensure that her condition is stable. Her diet is also very important, as she needs to take high-calorie, nutrient-packed foods and drinks to ensure that she has enough energy to carry out her day-to-day activities.
Jyoti Amge also needs to take special care of her bones, as her condition affects the growth and development of her bones, making her prone to fractures and other injuries. Therefore, she has to be extra careful in her day-to-day activities and avoid any activities that could put her at risk of injury or harm.
What is Achondroplasia?
Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder that affects bone growth and development. It is caused by a gene mutation on chromosome 4, which results in the abnormal growth of bones and cartilage. People with achondroplasia have short arms and legs, as well as a large head, resulting in them being shorter than average.
Achondroplasia is a lifelong condition and there is no cure. However, there are treatments available to help manage the condition, such as physical therapy, weight-bearing exercises, and bracing.