Which health consequence has the lowest association with an increased BMI-for-age?
A) hyperlipidemia
B) COPD
C) higher concentrations of liver enzymes
D) hypertension
E) abnormal glucose tolerance

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Among the options given, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) has the lowest association with an increased BMI-for-age. While obesity can be a contributing factor to COPD, it is not a direct consequence of a high BMI-for-age. In contrast, hyperlipidemia, higher concentrations of liver enzymes, hypertension, and abnormal glucose tolerance are all strongly associated with an increased BMI-for-age.

Which Health Consequence Has the Lowest Association with an Increased