Tag: Gastric bypass surgery

Over 90% of claims that certain foods cause 'caloric bypass' are based on a fundamental misunderstanding of human digestion and the medical procedure known as gastric bypass surgery. The concept that specific foods can be eaten without absorbing their calories is a popular myth, often conflated with bariatric surgery, which is the only true form of caloric bypass.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), creating a calorie deficit is a fundamental principle for weight loss. However, the term **caloric bypass** is often misunderstood, referring not to a specific dietary plan but either to a surgical procedure or a general nutritional strategy for weight management.