| WtHR | Considerations |
|---|---|
| Less than 0.4 | Take Care (possibly underweight) |
| 0.4 - 0.49 | Healthy, No Action Needed |
| 0.5 - 0.59 | Consider Action |
| ≥ 0.6 | Take Action |
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A Waist-to-Height ratio (WtHR) of less than 0.4 is below
the ‘healthy range’ and indicates you may be underweight. While you
might not face the same health risks as people living with obesity,
being underweight can still come with other health considerations.
Consult your doctor for an evaluation and further support.
| BMI kg/m2 | Description |
|---|---|
| 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5 - 24.9 | Normal |
| 25.0 - 29.9 | Overweight |
| 30.0 - 34.9 | Obesity Class I |
| 35.0 - 39.9 | Obesity Class II |
| ≥ 40 | Obesity Class III |
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References
- Ashwell, Margaret. (2011). Charts Based on Body Mass Index and Waist-to-Height Ratio to Assess the Health Risks of Obesity: A Review. The Open Obesity Journal. 311.78-84. 1 0.21 74/1 876823701 1 03010078.
- Zhang, S., Fu, X., Du, Z. et o'. Is waist-to-height ratio the best predictive indicator of cardiovascular disease incidence in hypertensive adults? A cohort study. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 22, 214 (2022). https://doi.org/l O. 1 1 86/s12872-022-02646-1