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Category - Nutrition Care

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Which of the following is true of android obesity? (Choose all that apply.)

It decreases risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes
It is associated with a waist-to-hip ratio of 1.0
It is more common in women
None of the above

Explanation

Answer: B - Android obesity refers to body fat that is concentrated around the waist and upper body. It is positively associated with increased risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Android obesity is more common in men, not women. A waist-to-hip ratio of 1 or more suggests the presence of android obesity.

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