Breathe out before you measure. Studies show your WHR may be better at predicting chronic health problems than BMI is. Doctors think this may be because it’s a more accurate way to measure belly ...

Natalie JEFFCOTT/Stocksy BMI has been used to measure a person’s health since the early 1970s. Over the last few years, researchers have been examining waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) as a potential ...

In addition, if someone has a high BMI or is less than 5 feet tall, their WHR may be less meaningful. If people have concerns about their weight or abdominal fat, they can speak with a healthcare ...

Patients should be aware of their BMI, but I would put greater emphasis on these parameters. Halterman: One option is a waist-to-hip ratio (WHR), which divides waist circumference by hip ...

Medically reviewed by Amelia MacIntyre, DOThe body mass index (BMI) chart helps determine obesity levels in both women and ...