Waist Circumference

Another Way To Measure Your Health Risk

As your waist circumference expands, so too does your risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

The National Institute of Health warns women about carrying too much belly fat.

Researchers have found that the best waist measurement for women is 31.5 inches or less.

A waist circumference over 35 inches significantly increases a women’s risk of heart disease and diabetes. For men, it’s 40 inches.

The average woman’s waist measurement these days is over 36 inches!

Measure your waist circumference at its most narrow point, usually just above your belly button.

For accuracy, be careful not to squeeze the tape measure too tightly or hold it too loosely.

If it measures more than 35 inches you’re putting your health at risk and there should be a red flag going up for you!

You’re carrying too much belly fat (aka visceral fat) in the abdominal area and you’re at higher risk of heart disease, cancer and diabetes, and high blood pressure.

Reducing your waistline by losing belly fat and maintaining a healthy body weight will add years to your life and life to your years.

Waist To Hip Ratio – Measure Your Health Risk

Waist to hip ratio is another simple, but telling test you can do in the privacy of your own home using only a tape measure and a simple calculation.

What's Your Body Mass Index (BMI)?

Body Mass Index (BMI) determines your body fat percentage, based on your weight in relation to your height, however it may not be as accurate for women, especially after menopause.

Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

Your Basal Metabolic Rate and what affects it. How many calories does your body need daily to maintain your present weight?

Calculate Your Daily Calorie Intake For Weight Loss

Once you know you’re BMR, you’ll need to know how many calories you’ll need to lose that excess belly fat. Here’s an easy method you can use to calculate your daily calorie intake for weight loss - how many calories you need to get to your ideal body weight.

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