Asked by Taimy Castro on Jun 27, 2024
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Among the Pima Indians, obesity became much more common over the last few decades because of a change in their
A) stress levels.
B) genetics.
C) self-esteem.
D) diet.
Pima Indians
A group of Native American people living in Arizona and Sonora, Mexico, known for their unique genetic composition and high prevalence of diabetes in medical studies.
Diet
The usual food and drink consumed by an individual or group, often considered in terms of its quality, composition, and its effect on health.
Stress Levels
The intensity of stress reactions within an individual, which can impact mental and physical health.
- Discern the impact of genetic predispositions and environmental conditions on obesity, with an emphasis on the Pima Indians.
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Chizoba NnakweJul 01, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The passage states that obesity became much more common among the Pima Indians over the last few decades because of a change in their diet.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the impact of genetic predispositions and environmental conditions on obesity, with an emphasis on the Pima Indians.