Question

Which describes an obesogenic environmental influence on eating habits?​A. ​An increase in the proportion of disposable income spent on food ​B. Increased amounts of snack and convenience foods ​C. Increased availability of foods with low energy density ​D. Increased access to supermarkets and food stores ​E. The increased cost of energy-dense foods compared to low-energy foods

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Increased amounts of snack and convenience foods

Explanation:

Obesogenic environmental influences can be said to be all factors that inherent in an environment that favors unhealthy eating habits and less physical activity, which leads to obesity. An obesogenic environment promotes weight gain and discourages weight loss.

An environment that has increased amounts highly-processed foods, like snacks and fast foods, would encourage unhealthy eating and weight gain, thereby increasing the chances of people becoming obese.