| 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 0.6 or above places you at high risk of weight-related health conditions and could highly impact your heart health.1,2 It's suggested that you take action by talking to your doctor for a full assessment to help you start your weight management journey. Based on your diagnostic test results and your needs, a doctor can recommend a weight reduction plan or discuss other overweight and obesity care options for long-term weight management.
| 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 |
References
- Ashwell M. The Open Obesity Journal 2011;3(1):70–77.
- Zhang S, et al. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2022;22(1):214.