Which Statement May Best Explain the Relationship Between Excess Body

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which statement may best explain the relationship between excess body fat and higher risk for cancers of the female reproductive system? ​

• A)Obese women are more sedentary, which promotes cancer development.
• B)The higher levels of body fat act as a reservoir of carcinogenic substances.
• C)Excess body fat produces more estrogen, which may promote tumor development.
• D)The greater food consumption of obese women provides a higher intake of naturally-occurring carcinogens.

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