A Simple Calculation May Predict High Blood Pressure Better Than BMI Can

A study of 19,124 adults and teens found waist-to-height ratio predicted elevated blood pressure and hypertension better than BMI.

People in the excess-fat WHtR category had much higher odds of high blood pressure and full hypertension.

BMI showed weaker associations and was less effective at identifying hypertension.

If confirmed, WHtR could improve early screening and help target interventions sooner.