The WHR is the relationship between the waist and the hip measurements. Most people store fat in two distinct ways. Often called 'apple' and 'pear' shape. These terms refer to the weight around your middle ('apple') and around your hips ('pear'). If you carry more weight around the middle then this puts you under additional risk from heart disease and diabetes.

Try out your own WHR below by inputting your measurements:

Remember, your WHR calculated above is only one of the many risk factors that influences your risk in heart disease. To understand your total risk see the Heart Health Analyzer