All of the following are true with regard to weight loss (bariatric) surgery, EXCEPT:

a. it dramatically reduces food intake and limits stomach capacity
b. it doesn't have any effect on satiety
c. it is reserved for individuals with BMIs of at least 40 or at least 35 with additional risk factors
d. it produces significant weight loss in obese patients
e. all of the above are true with regard to weight loss [bariatric] surgery


Ans: b. it doesn't have any effect on satiety

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