BMI is now being used to determine obesity; however, its use is not without controversy. Research has shown that ethnic differences exist in the relationship between BMI and health risks
Which ethnic group has been shown that the health risks of obesity can occur at a BMI lower than 30? A) Asian Americans C) Hispanic Americans
B) Black Americans D) Native Americans
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Ethnic differences exist in the relationship between BMI and health risks. For instance, because of genetic differences in body composition, the health risks of obesity occur at a BMI lower than 30 for Asian Americans and higher than 30 for Black Americans.
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