Problems associated with the so-called thrifty-gene are associated with __________.
A)obesity
B)diets of excess
C)diabetes
D)all of these

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The thrifty-gene hypothesis suggests that certain populations of humans have a genetic predisposition to store fat as a survival mechanism during periods of famine. In modern societies with abundant food supplies, this can lead to problems such as obesity, which in turn increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and other health problems. Therefore, all of the choices are associated with the problems of the so-called thrifty-gene.

Problems Associated with the So-Called Thrifty-Gene Are Associated with __________