What term describes a state of excess fat accumulation that predisposes to negative health states?

• A. Obesity
• B. Diabetes
• C. Depression
• D. Heart disease

Answer: (A)

Excess body fat that increases health risk is described as obesity. This term highlights adiposity beyond what is healthy and explains why it predisposes people to multiple negative health states such as metabolic disorders and cardiovascular disease. The other terms refer to specific diseases or conditions (diabetes, depression, heart disease) and do not define a state of fat accumulation itself, even though obesity can contribute to those outcomes.