Metabolic Risk Assessment (WHR & WHtR)
Traditional BMI often misses “skinny fat” individuals or athletes with high muscle mass. Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) and Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR) are superior metrics for assessing central obesity and cardiometabolic risk.
This advanced tool calculates both ratios to provide a comprehensive analysis of your body shape distribution and associated health risks.
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Metabolic Profile
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Why Two Ratios?
- WHR (Waist-Hip): Best for determining body shape (Apple vs. Pear) and associated cardiovascular risk.
- WHtR (Waist-Height): The “Keep your waist to less than half your height” rule. It is a highly sensitive predictor of type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome, often outperforming BMI.
Measurement Guide
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Waist Measurement
Stand straight and exhale. Measure at the midpoint between the bottom of your ribs and the top of your hips (iliac crest).
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Hip Measurement
Stand with feet together. Measure around the widest part of your buttocks.
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Height
Measure barefoot, standing straight against a wall. Ensure all units match (cm or inches).
Disclaimer: These ratios are screening tools, not diagnostic tests. Ethnicity can influence optimal cutoff points (e.g., lower cutoffs often recommended for Asian populations). Consult a doctor for a full assessment.