Marissa is healthy, but she's concerned about her risk of type 2 diabetes. To reduce her risk of this disease, Marissa should

A. drink at least 8 glasses of water daily.
B. use foods that are artificially sweetened.
C. avoid gaining excess weight.
D. take iron supplements daily.


Answer: C

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