Multiple choice

When a person eats less energy than their body needs, which of the following can happen?

  1. Increased risk of coronary heart disease.

  2. Increased risk of diabetes.

  3. Increased risk of cancer.

  4. Weight loss.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

When energy intake is lower than energy expenditure, the body must burn stored fat and tissue to meet its energy demands, resulting in weight loss. The other options, such as increased risk of diabetes or coronary heart disease, are typically associated with chronic overconsumption of energy and obesity.

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