Overeating when food is available ensures:

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Overeating when food is available results in the storage of excess energy as body fat, which can be used during times when food is not available, ensuring ample energy reserves to survive. This was an adaption feature of our ancestors who had to hunt and gather their food in times of plenty to prepare for times of scarcity. A and C are incorrect because overeating does not necessarily mean we are consuming a balanced diet, and we may choose highly palatable foods over nutritious ones when overeating. D is incorrect as overeating does not ensure human survival regardless of physical energy requirements.

Overeating When Food Is Available Ensures