Obesity in Humans is Most Clearly Linked To

Question

Obesity in humans is most clearly linked to
A) type 1 diabetes and prostate cancer.
B) type 1 diabetes and breast cancer.
C) type 2 diabetes and muscle hypertrophy.
D) type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
E) type 2 diabetes and decreased appetite.

Accepted Answer

Obesity in humans is most clearly linked to type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Excess body fat can lead to insulin resistance, a key component of type 2 diabetes, and also contributes to the development of cardiovascular disease by increasing the risk of high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, and heart attacks. A and B are incorrect because type 1 diabetes is not associated with obesity, and while obesity may be a risk factor for certain types of cancer, it is not the most clearly linked condition. C is incorrect because muscle hypertrophy (i.e. building muscle mass) is not a negative health outcome associated with obesity. E is incorrect because obesity is actually associated with increased appetite.