Maintaining a healthy weight allows the respiratory system to work more effectively because

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oxygen is being delivered more adequately.

the heart does not have to pump as forcefully.

the capillaries are constricted.

the lung capacity allows for small amounts of air.

Answer 1

Maintaining a healthy weight allows the respiratory system to work more effectively because the heart does not have to pump as forcefully.

Reducing excess weight can decrease the demand on the heart and improve overall cardiovascular and respiratory efficiency, allowing for better oxygen delivery throughout the body.