Understanding BMI & Abdominal Health Risk Assessment
While Body Mass Index (BMI) remains a widely used screening metric, modern clinical research emphasizes that abdominal adiposity—measured via Waist Circumference and Waist-to-Height Ratio—provides crucial insight into metabolic and cardiovascular risk.
How to Conduct a Comprehensive Screening
- Step 1: Height & Weight - Input height and weight to calculate baseline Body Mass Index (BMI).
- Step 2: Biological Sex & Ethnicity - Select your sex and region to apply ethnic-specific IDF waist circumference thresholds.
- Step 3: Waist & Hip Circumference - Add waist circumference to calculate Waist-to-Height Ratio (WHtR) and Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR).
Wellness Insight
Want to know exactly how BMI is calculated and where it can be misleading?
Read our full BMI Guide