Which statement accurately describes the problem of "carrying" excess weight?
A)A waist measurement of more than 35 inches increases health risk in males.
B)Visceral fat poses fewer health risks than subcutaneous fat.
C)"Apple-shaped" women are at increased health risk but "apple-shaped" men are not.
D)A "pot belly" raises health risks even when a person has a healthy weight.

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A "pot belly" or excess abdominal fat can raise health risks, even if a person has a normal BMI or overall healthy weight. This is because abdominal fat is often visceral fat, which is located around the organs and can increase the risk of health issues such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. A waist measurement of more than 35 inches in males (and 40 inches in females) is one indication of excess abdominal fat. Option A is not entirely accurate since the increased health risk applies to both males and females. Option B is incorrect because visceral fat is actually more harmful than subcutaneous fat. Option C is incorrect since both "apple-shaped" men and women have an increased health risk.

Which Statement Accurately Describes the Problem of "Carrying" Excess Weight