Question

1. what does a 50% reduction in fast food intake directly affect?

a. increases energy levels
b. has no effect on health outcomes
c. decreases the risk of health issues
d. leads to an increase in food expenses

Explanation:

Fast food is often high in calories, unhealthy fats, salt, and sugar. Reducing its intake by 50% would likely lead to a decrease in the consumption of these substances. This, in turn, would decrease the risk of health issues such as obesity, heart disease, and diabetes. Option a is incorrect because while reducing fast food intake may have some positive effects on energy levels over time (if replaced with more nutritious foods), it is not a direct and immediate effect. Option b is incorrect as reducing fast food intake does have an impact on health outcomes. Option d is incorrect as reducing fast food intake (which is often relatively inexpensive) would more likely lead to a decrease in food expenses or at least not an increase.

Answer:

C. Decreases the risk of health issues