How Does Obesity Increase the Risk for Developing Hypertension

Multiple Choice

How does obesity increase the risk for developing hypertension?

A) Obesity is associated with altered kidney function and fluid retention leading to higher blood pressure.
B) The excess fat pads surrounding the kidneys impair blood flow to these organs and lead to a higher output of renin.
C) Sodium intake in obese people significantly exceeds the recommended intake, thereby predisposing them to higher blood pressure.
D) Higher lipoprotein lipase activity in obese people triggers the angiotensin cascade, leading to increased peripheral resistance to blood flow.
E) Obesity alters inflammatory responses, which in turn alters the elasticity of arterial walls.