Anna Nicole has weighed about 125 pounds most of her adult life, and it seems like whenever she gains weight, it is easy to lose and get back to 125. But when she wanted to get below 125, it took forever, and even the slightest deviation from her diet took her back to 125. What explanation would you give Anna Nicole for her inability to lose weight?
A. Her diet products were not very good.
B. She must have been secretly cheating.
C. Her weight, 125, is her set point. Leave it alone.
D. Her BMR is not tied to her set point.
Answer: C
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