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Metfan725

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on: Aug 19, 2018
Describe the distribution of fat as an indicator of possible health problems.

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One reason weight reduction is desirable prior to surgery is that fatty tissue tends to retain the anesthetic longer than other tissue. ___________________
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Abdominal fat is associated with a greater risk for hypertension, coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer than if the fat is in the thighs, buttocks, and hips. Pear-shaped bodies have lower risk for disease than the apple-shaped body. Measuring waist circumference can detect risk of disease even in a person of healthy weight.

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