Waist-to-Height Ratio Calculator

A ratio of 0.4 to 0.5 is considered healthy. The general guideline is to keep your waist circumference to less than half your height.

Many researchers consider it a better predictor of cardiovascular risk than BMI because it accounts for central (abdominal) fat distribution, which is more closely linked to health problems.

Measure your waist at the midpoint between the bottom of your lowest rib and the top of your hip bone (iliac crest), typically at the level of your navel. Use a flexible tape measure and keep it snug but not compressing the skin.