Waist check
Fat around the stomach matters even at a normal weight, so check yours with a tape measure.
Enter your details to see your result.
What the numbers mean
Waist-to-height ratio
| Ratio | Risk |
|---|---|
| Below 0.5 | Lower risk |
| 0.5 to 0.59 | Raised risk |
| 0.6 or more | High risk |
Waist size for Indian adults
| Who | Fat around the stomach (abdominal obesity) |
|---|---|
| Men | 90 cm or more |
| Women | 80 cm or more |
A simple rule: keep your waist to less than half your height.
When to see a doctor
- Your ratio is 0.5 or more, or your waist is at or above the limit, and you haven’t had your sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol checked in the past year.
- You also have diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease in the family.
- You want help to lose weight safely.
Talk to a doctor
Bring your numbers to your visit. Our doctors will explain what they mean for you and what to do next.
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