Causes of obesity What circumstances are associated with obesity in humans? Select all that apply. Check All That Apply intake of more calories than are expended through activity a diet high in carbohydrates and lipids compared to other macromolecules the condition of anorexia nervosa a BMI over 30
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Intake more calories than are expended through activity: This is a major cause of obesity. When you consume more calories than you burn, your body stores the excess energy as fat, leading to weight gain and potentially obesity. Show more…
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Obesity is a commonly discussed topic with many different opinions when it comes to causes and influences. We know that environment, genetics, and diseases can all contribute to obesity, but there are many questions about what plays a larger role in being responsible for obesity within families. Studies have indicated that a child with no obese parents has only a 10% chance of becoming obese whereas a child with one obese parent has up to a 40% chance, and a child with both parents being obese soars all the way up to an 80% chance. Is this because of nature or nurture? Discuss some of the roles that genetics, environment, and diseases play in obesity and provide your opinion on the subject.
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