Sep 16, 2022 · Many think the pear body shape is healthier than the apple body shape. This article explains the pear and apple body shapes, the research behind them, and whether they …

Mar 25, 2022 · The Bottom Line Many studies say that apple shape is worse than pear shape. However, the shape of the body is just a way to know where you can improve your overall …

Sep 10, 2023 · Pear shapes have a small/narrow waist while apple shapes have little to almost no definition at all. The Pear body shape has a relatively smaller upper body and their big hips …

Dec 20, 2021 · The large waist circumference that characterizes “apples” is associated with a host of potentially serious health issues like heart disease, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. …

People who have metabolic syndrome typically have apple-shaped bodies, meaning they have larger waists and carry a lot of weight around their abdomens. It's thought that having a pear …

Mar 11, 2016 · Apple shapes gain weight in their midsection, while pear shapes tend to add weight below the waistline, often to their hips. Research has shown that apple shapes are at …

Comparing apples and pears, the percent agreement (kappa) for WHR≥0.80 was 83% (0.55). Self-reported size and shape were consistent with anthropometric measures commonly used …

Jun 24, 2018 · If you’re shaped like an apple or pear (or any other type of fruit, for that matter), can you do anything to change that—say, by exercising more or altering your diet? Or is your …

Aug 15, 2008 · For women, if your WHR is 0.80 or less, you are a "pear." If your WHR is greater than 0.80, you are an "apple." For men, a WHR of greater than 0.90 means you are an apple …

An apple-shaped body carries more weight in their abdomen and pear-shaped bodies carry more weight around their hips and thighs. Each shape has different health concerns. Apple shape: …