Although Cara has been obese for as long as she can remember,she is determined to lose excess body weight with a low-calorie diet.Cara is most likely to have difficulty becoming and staying thin because
A) she may have a higher-than-average set point for body weight.
B) low-calorie diets trigger increased secretions of PYY.
C) lean tissue is maintained by fewer calories than is fat tissue.
D) her resting metabolic rate will increase and prompt her to overeat.

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Research suggests that an individual's set point for body weight, which is influenced by genetics and other factors, can make it difficult for them to maintain significant weight loss over time. This may explain why Cara has had difficulty losing weight and may continue to struggle even with a low-calorie diet. Options B, C, and D are not accurate explanations for why Cara may have difficulty becoming and staying thin.

Although Cara Has Been Obese for as Long as She