Your uncle, who is obese, has tried every diet under the sun, yet he is still a very large man.He probably has
A) converted the fat cells to muscle cells through his dieting efforts.
B) a slower rate of metabolism.
C) a permanent change in basic eating habits.
D) acquired taste aversions.

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Obesity can be caused by a slower rate of metabolism, which means that the body burns fewer calories than it actually needs to. Even with dieting efforts, this underlying issue may not be resolved, leading to difficulty in losing weight.

Your Uncle, Who Is Obese, Has Tried Every Diet Under