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Is there an ideal waist to hip ratio for a woman?
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No: People come in all shapes and sizes and there is no perfect ratio that affects health.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Yes: Generally a ratio of 0.8 or lower is considered good for women. Be sure you are measuring in the right spot for waist and hips.
Answered 9/1/2013
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