Question

question 5 of 10 which of these health risks may be caused by sleep deficiency? a. allergies b. cancer c. lung disease d. obesity

Explanation:

Sleep deficiency can disrupt hormonal balance related to appetite - hormones like leptin (which signals fullness) and ghrelin (which signals hunger). This disruption can lead to increased appetite and over - eating, contributing to obesity. Allergies are related to the immune system's response to allergens, cancer has multiple complex causes like genetic mutations and environmental factors, and lung diseases are mainly caused by smoking, air pollution, and infections, none of which are directly linked to sleep deficiency compared to obesity.

Answer:

D. Obesity