The fat content of the U.S. diet is not thought to be the only reason for the incidence of increasing obesity in the United States. Which of the following best explains the increase in obesity?
A) Energy intake exceeds energy expended
B) Energy intake is less than energy expended
C) Energy intake equals energy expended
D) None of these are correct

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The increase in obesity is primarily due to energy intake exceeding energy expended, meaning individuals are consuming more calories than they are burning through physical activity. While the fat content of the diet may play a role in this, it is not the sole determining factor.

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