What waist circumference threshold indicates increased cardiometabolic risk for men?

• A. 88 cm
• B. 102 cm
• C. 110 cm
• D. 76 cm

Answer: (B)

Waist circumference is a practical measure of central adiposity, which tracks the amount of fat around the abdomen. Central fat is more closely linked to metabolic problems than overall body size, so when this measurement passes a certain level for men, the risk for conditions like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease rises. Men tend to have a higher cutoff than women because fat distribution differs between sexes, so the threshold used for men signals increased risk more reliably. Among the options, the value that aligns with this commonly used male cutoff best indicates increased cardiometabolic risk.