The most likely reason that some severely obese individuals do not manifest any of the common obesity-related chronic diseases is due to a ____.

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Storing excess fat in the lower body (such as in the hips and thighs, known as a "pear" body shape) is associated with a lower risk of obesity-related chronic diseases compared to storing fat in the abdominal area (an "apple" body shape). This is because fat stored in the lower body is less metabolically active and less likely to contribute to conditions like heart disease and diabetes.

The Most Likely Reason That Some Severely Obese Individuals Do