Having this option means that if you ever want to increase the amount of lump sum payout of your policy in the future, you are eligible to do so without providing current medical status, or simply, no questions asked.

The insurance company will always assess their risk when a client has medical conditions. Being overweight may lead to other more serious cardiovascular diseases or diabetes so that the company may have to adjust the policy terms. You may also undergo a medical examination that ensures that you are perfectly healthy despite your weight. The severity of your asthma may also matter.

If you have just started smoking, the company may encourage you to stop it in order to not compromise your health. If your smoking has already damaged your lungs, then an insurance company will have to assess their risks depending on the severity of the damage and your own management of the addiction.