1 Finally, if you scientifically engineer a new substance or organism, your invention is eligible for a patent.  If your idea is an abstract theory that would be impossible to put into practice, you probably can't patent it.
The average U.S. womanâs height is 5 feet 3.8 inches tall. Based on body mass index and desirable body weight formulas, the average woman in the nation -- who is about 5-foot-4 -- weighs more than her desirable body weight. This increases her risk for developing chronic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease.
So, why such a dramatic shift in size? âRight now, the average American woman is 5â4â and weighs between 140-160 pounds, and is between a size 12-14,â says Dr. Cederquist. Itâs obvious that models are getting smaller while the rest of the country seems to be getting bigger.