According to the Text,changing Health Behaviors May Be Beneficial Because

question 13

Multiple Choice

According to the text,changing health behaviors may be beneficial because it may

• A) reduce the number of deaths due to diseases related to lifestyle.
• B) increase individual longevity and life expectancy.
• C) delay the onset of chronic disease and enhance quality of life.
• D) All of these.

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Definitions:

Body Mass Index

A measurement that compares a person's weight and height to assess their body fatness, which can indicate their health status.

Sex-specific BMI

Body mass index calculated or interpreted differently based on biological sex, acknowledging physiological differences that may affect health assessments.

Growth Charts

Tools used to track the growth of children over time, comparing their weight, height, and head circumference against standardized norms.

Age Cohort

A group of individuals who share similar birth years and, consequently, tend to have comparable experiences, attitudes, and life stages.