Which statement best explains how chronic diseases are linked to poor eating choices? adolescent children adopt unhealthy eating practices and a sedentary lifestyle. chronic diseases are prevalent among people of all ages, especially those over the age of 60. chronic diseases occur during adulthood, when the prevalence of obesity is lowest. each healthy eating decision increases the risk of developing chronic disease later in life.

Adolescent children adopt unhealthy eating practices and a sedentary lifestyle.

Answer

A.Adolescent children adopt unhealthy eating practices and sedentary lifestyle is the statement that best explains how chronic diseases are linked to poor eating choices.

Explanation

Poor lifestyle habits are the major contributors towards the development and continuation of chronic diseases that could be prevented/avoided such as obesity and hypertension. These choices are the likes of smoking, uncontrolled alcohol drinking, lack of physical exercises and poor diet. In order to develop good habits for a healthier lifestyle, it is advisable that adolescent develop behavioral skills to apply every day.