1. What is Waist-to-Hip Ratio?

The waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is a simple measurement that compares the circumference of your waist to that of your hips. It's used as an indicator of health and risk of developing serious health conditions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the WHR formula:

Where:

• \( Waist \) — Waist circumference in inches
• \( Hip \) — Hip circumference in inches

Explanation: The ratio is calculated by dividing your waist measurement by your hip measurement.

3. Importance of WHR Calculation

Details: WHR is a better predictor of cardiovascular health than BMI alone. Higher WHR indicates more abdominal fat, which is associated with higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other conditions.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Measure your waist at the narrowest point and your hips at the widest point. Enter both measurements in inches. All values must be valid (greater than 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a healthy WHR?
A: For men, below 0.90 is healthy. For women, below 0.85 is healthy. Higher values indicate increased health risks.

Q2: Why is WHR important?
A: WHR helps assess fat distribution. Abdominal fat (indicated by higher WHR) is more dangerous than fat stored elsewhere.

Q3: How should I measure my waist and hip?
A: Waist: measure at narrowest point between ribs and hips. Hips: measure at widest part of buttocks.

Q4: Is WHR better than BMI?
A: WHR and BMI measure different things. WHR is better for assessing fat distribution, while BMI measures overall weight relative to height.

Q5: Can WHR be used for all populations?
A: WHR is generally applicable but interpretation may vary slightly by ethnicity and age.