Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Role of Sugar

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the role of sugar in the development of obesity?

• A) Sugar consumption is a direct cause of weight gain leading to obesity.
• B) The increased use of added sugars by food manufacturers is the cause of obesity.
• C) Sugar contributes to obesity when it is part of excessive energy intakes.
• D) There is no correlation between the consumption of added sugars and the rise in obesity.
• E) Alternatives to sugar (artificial sweeteners) are a greater contributor to obesity than sugar.

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