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Waist-to-Height Ratio Calculator

Screen metabolic risk using waist-to-height ratio thresholds.

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Your Measurements

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Measure waist at the midpoint between the lowest rib and the iliac crest (navel level), exhale gently.

WHtR Risk Thresholds

Low
≤ 0.40
Healthy
≤ 0.50
Elevated
≤ 0.60
High Risk
> 0.60

Source: Ashwell et al. (2012), Obesity Reviews. Keep waist < half your height.

Waist-to-Height Ratio

0.5WHtR
Healthy

Within the healthy range. Keep waist under half your height.

Your WHtR0.5
Healthy Threshold< 0.50
Target Waist (max)85 cm

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Research Reference

biotechScientific Method

WHtR is waist circumference divided by height; >0.5 indicates elevated cardiometabolic risk.

Ashwell M et al. (2012)

Obes Rev.

PMID: 22093655Read paperopen_in_new
Medical Disclaimer: Waist-to-height ratio is a screening tool and not a diagnostic measure. Results are based on population-level thresholds and may not reflect individual health status. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for a comprehensive metabolic health assessment.