Mortality rates among people who are moderately overweight (BMI 25-29.9)are:
A) not elevated in today's population
B) lower than those of slightly overweight people
C) higher than those of obese individuals
D) increasing rapidly

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Recent studies have shown that mortality rates among people who are moderately overweight (BMI 25-29.9) are not elevated compared to those of individuals with a normal BMI (18.5-24.9). This is a new finding, as previously it was thought that even moderate levels of overweightness were associated with increased mortality risk. However, it's important to note that being overweight/obese is still associated with increased risk of other health problems such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain types of cancer.

Mortality Rates Among People Who Are Moderately Overweight (BMI 25-29