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Waist to height ratio

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Waist to height ratio is a way of finding out whether you're carrying too much fat around your waist. This type of fat, also called visceral fat, carries many health risks, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.

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Low risk level (0.4 to 0.49)

Great! Your waist to height ratio is in the ideal range. It's important to stay within this range and maintain a healthy weight to help reduce your risk of developing heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Moderate risk level (0.5 to 0.59)

Your waist to height ratio is slightly above the ideal range, which can put you at risk of developing serious conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.

High risk level (0.6+)

Your waist to height ratio suggests you're at the highest risk of disease and health problems. If you've been identified as having a moderate-to-high risk, speak to your doctor about how you can lower your risk and improve your health.

How to use this tool

Waist to height ratio is calculated by dividing your waist size by your height. Your waist circumference is measured at the narrowest point between your ribs and hips after exhaling.

Enter your measurements and click 'calculate' to receive your waist to height ratio.

You should know

Carrying extra weight, particularly around the middle, indicates that there's fat stored around your internal organs such as the liver and heart. This simple and easy-to-use measure calculates your body fat distribution and identifies if you're at risk.

If you're still unsure how to use this tool or what an unhealthy range means for you, speak with your doctor for support.

Where to get help

Use our health tools

  • Wellbeing score
  • BMI calculator
  • Waist to height ratio
  • Calorie converter

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