From: RightHealth • WebMD
Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) measures the proportion by which fat is distributed around the torso using the circumference of the waist and hips.
How to Measure Yourself: Make sure the measuring tape is level around the body and measure close to the skin without cinching yourself. Measure your waist at its narrowest point or just above the belly button. Measure your hips at their widest point.
From: Mayo Clinic • Siteman Cancer Center • HealthCalculator.org
For those with diabetes testing your blood sugar is an important part of managing your health. Whether you're a pro or just starting out this slide show from the Mayo Clinic takes you through the entire process from washing your hands to recording the num
this interactive tool estimates your risk of coronary heart disease and provides personalized tips for prevention. anyone can use it, but it's most accurate for people who have never had any type of heart disease. if you have heart disease, be sure to talk to your doctor about your risk.
to estimate your risk of heart disease and learn about ways to lower that risk, take a few minutes to answer some questions about your health, background, and lifestyle your disease risk can't tell you if you'll get heart disease or not, but it can tell you where to focus your prevention efforts because the best way to fight heart disease is to stop it before it shows!
From: NHS Choices • NHS Choices
Coronary heart disease (CHD) develops when the artery supplying blood to the heart becomes partially or wholly blocked. The good news is that heart disease is largely preventable. Use this guide to find out more about heart disease, what you can do, and how the NHS can help.
A stroke is a medical emergency. Recognizing a stroke and calling for an ambulance is crucial. The sooner someone who's had a stroke gets urgent medical attention, the better their chances of a good recovery. Use this guide to find out more about stroke and TIA, and what you can do.
