Which of the following factors has most likely contributed to the increase in American obesity rates?
A) too much high-fat food and too little exercise
B) genetic changes over the past few decades
C) a lack of willpower among obese people
D) the increase in binge-eating disorders

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The overwhelming evidence suggests that the increase in American obesity rates is primarily due to too much high-fat food and too little exercise. While genetics may play a role in obesity, there has not been a sudden genetic change in the past few decades to account for the rise in obesity rates. Additionally, blaming a lack of willpower ignores the complex societal factors that contribute to obesity, such as food deserts and the marketing of junk food. While binge-eating disorders are a concerning issue, they are not the primary driver of the obesity epidemic.

Which of the Following Factors Has Most Likely Contributed to the Increase