9.7: End-of-Chapter Material
- Fat plays an important role in our health.
- BMI does not measure body composition or body fatness, it only measures body size.
- Obesity is caused by many factors including lifestyle habits/choices, environment, and individual factors, such as genetics.
- Having a healthy diet pattern and incorporating physical activity and exercise are important for a healthy weight.
- Both overweight/obesity and underweight have negative health implications
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