Overnutrition Is a Result of ____

question 84

Multiple Choice

Overnutrition is a result of ____.

• A) consuming too much rich and high-fat food, regardless of weight and energy expenditure
• B) consuming too few calories, regardless of activity level and weight
• C) being too active, regardless of calorie intake
• D) consuming too many calories, regardless of weight or activity level
• E) consuming too many calories relative to energy expenditures, leading to vastly increased weight

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Definitions:

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Death Rates

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