Abdominal Body Fat Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Abdominal Body Fat Percentage (ABF):

\[ ABF = \left( \frac{WC}{HC} \right) \times 100 \]

Where:

\(ABF\) is the Abdominal Body Fat Percentage
\(WC\) is the Waist Circumference in centimeters
\(HC\) is the Hip Circumference in centimeters

What is Abdominal Body Fat?

Abdominal body fat, also known as visceral fat, is the fat that accumulates around the abdominal organs. It is different from subcutaneous fat, which is stored under the skin. High levels of abdominal body fat are associated with an increased risk of various health conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Measuring abdominal body fat can provide valuable insights into an individual’s health and help guide lifestyle and dietary changes to reduce health risks.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Waist Circumference (\(WC\)) = 80 cm
Hip Circumference (\(HC\)) = 100 cm

Using the formula:

\[ ABF = \left( \frac{80}{100} \right) \times 100 = 80\% \]

The Abdominal Body Fat Percentage is 80%.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Waist Circumference (\(WC\)) = 70 cm
Hip Circumference (\(HC\)) = 90 cm

Using the formula:

\[ ABF = \left( \frac{70}{90} \right) \times 100 = 77.78\% \]

The Abdominal Body Fat Percentage is 77.78%.