Which statement about weight-loss surgeries is true?
a. they may be appropriate for a person with a BMI greater than or equal to 26 kg/m2.
b. they are recommended for people who are able to perform daily activities.
c. they alter the GI tract to increase nutrient absorption.
d. success requires a permanent change in eating habits.
Ans: d. success requires a permanent change in eating habits.
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