Final answer:
Among the health risks associated with obesity listed by the student, the direct health consequences related to increased fat mass or number of fat cells are colorectal cancer, polycystic ovary syndrome, and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis. Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus are autoimmune conditions not primarily caused by obesity.option b is correct
Step-by-step explanation:
Obesity is a medical condition that significantly increases the risk of various health issues. Among the health risks associated with obesity, only some listed by the student are directly related to an increase in body fat and the physiological changes that come with it. Specifically, the correct options for the health risks included in the question are:
- Colorectal cancer (a)
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (c)
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (d)
These conditions are known health consequences of obesity due to the increased fat mass or the increased number of fat cells causing inflammation, altered metabolism, and additional stress on the body's organ systems. On the other hand, conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (b) and systemic lupus erythematosus (e) are autoimmune diseases not primarily caused by obesity. Thus, they are not the correct answer to the question regarding health risks directly associated with obesity.