People with central-body obesity are more likely to develop _____ than people who don't have excess fat in the midsection of their bodies.

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Excess fat in the midsection of the body is associated with insulin resistance and inflammation, both of which can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes. Obesity in general is also a risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Iron-deficiency anemia is caused by a lack of iron in the diet or an inability of the body to absorb iron, and is not directly related to central-body obesity. Elevated HDL cholesterol is generally considered to be good for heart health and is not specifically related to central-body obesity. Beriberi is a rare condition caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1) and is not related to central-body obesity.

People with Central-Body Obesity Are More Likely to Develop _____