Question

select the correct answer
during a visit to the local clinic. megan was informed that her body mass index is in the obese range. currently. megan is active for only about 10 minutes a day and mostly eats foods high in saturated fats. which lifestyle plan was most likely recommended for megan to improve her health?
○ a. one meal a day and playing sports three times a week
○ b. a low - fat diet and a 30 - minute brisk walk every day
○ c. a low - fat diet and no change in her activity levels
○ d. rigorous daily exercise with no change in her diet

Explanation:

• Option A: One meal a day is an extreme and unhealthy approach. It can lead to nutrient deficiencies and a slowed metabolism.
• Option B: A low - fat diet helps reduce calorie intake from fats (since saturated fats are high in calories). A 30 - minute brisk walk every day increases physical activity, which burns calories and improves cardiovascular health. This combination addresses both diet (which was high in saturated fats) and low activity levels (only 10 minutes of activity a day).
• Option C: A low - fat diet is good, but without increasing activity levels, it will be more difficult to create a calorie deficit (needed for weight management if BMI is in the obese range) and improve overall fitness.
• Option D: Rigorous daily exercise without changing the diet (which is high in saturated fats) may not be sustainable. Also, diet plays a crucial role in weight management and overall health. If she doesn't change her diet, she may not get all the necessary nutrients and may still consume too many calories.

Answer:

B. a low - fat diet and a 30 - minute brisk walk every day