What is a healthy waist-hip ratio?

For men, a WHR of 0.9 or less is healthy. For women, 0.85 or less is healthy. A WHR >0.9 (men) or >0.85 (women) indicates increased health risk.

How does fat distribution affect health?

Visceral fat stored around the waist (apple shape) is metabolically active and linked to diabetes, heart disease, and metabolic dysfunction. Hip/thigh fat (pear shape) is less harmful.

How do I measure my waist correctly?

Measure at the narrowest point between your ribs and hip bones, typically at your navel level. Measure while standing, breathing normally, without pulling in your stomach.

Is WHR better than BMI?

WHR accounts for fat distribution, which BMI does not. WHR is often a better predictor of cardiovascular risk than BMI alone. Use both for a complete picture.

How do I reduce visceral fat?

Calorie deficit, exercise (especially cardio), reduce sugar/alcohol, increase fiber and protein. Visceral fat is metabolically active and responds well to lifestyle changes.

What is a healthy waist-hip ratio?

Men: 0.9 or less. Women: 0.85 or less. Higher indicates increased health risk.

How does fat distribution affect health?

Visceral fat around waist (apple shape) is metabolically harmful. Hip/thigh fat (pear shape) is less harmful.

How do I measure my waist correctly?

At narrowest point between ribs and hips, typically navel level. Stand, breathe normally, don't suck in.

Is WHR better than BMI?

WHR accounts for fat distribution. Better predictor of cardiovascular risk. Use both.

How do I reduce visceral fat?

Calorie deficit, exercise (cardio), reduce sugar/alcohol, increase fiber and protein.

Waist-Hip Ratio Calculator

Calculate your waist-hip ratio to assess cardiovascular and metabolic health risk based on fat distribution. Get personalized health recommendations.

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Waist-Hip Ratio: 0.89

WHR	0.89
Risk Category	Moderate Risk
Risk Description	Generally healthy
Waist Circumference Risk	Low
Waist Circumference	86 cm

Risk Classifications

≤ 0.85 — Low Risk

0.85–0.90 — Moderate Risk

0.90–0.95 — High Risk

> 0.95 — Very High Risk

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WHR = Waist Circumference ÷ Hip Circumference

Healthy: Men ≤ 0.90 | Women ≤ 0.85

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