Nutrition and Physical Activity — Test

Question 3 • Contemporary Health

An obese, adult male was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Which research evidence best supports this diagnosis?

Answer

The prevalence of obesity tends to decrease from youth to adulthood.

Adults have a higher risk of developing unhealthy outcomes when they are obese.

Adults who continually make poor eating choices have a lower risk of developing chronic diseases.

A decrease in sugar intake will result in an increase in insulin resistance.

Explanation

Obesity is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes, and adults with obesity are more likely to develop unhealthy outcomes, including chronic diseases. Therefore, the evidence that adults have a higher risk of unhealthy outcomes when obese best supports the diagnosis. Choice C states the opposite of the relationship, while A and D do not support the diagnosis.

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