Which of the following statements is true regarding the effectiveness of purging for reducing caloric intake?
A)Vomiting reduces almost 100% of calories consumed if done immediately after eating.
B)Laxatives reduce more calories than vomiting because it works immediately.
C)Vomiting reduces approximately 50% of calories consumed, up to 24 hours after eating.
D)Vomiting reduces approximately 50% of calories consumed, less if delayed after eating.

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Vomiting reduces approximately 50% of calories consumed, but the effectiveness decreases if delayed after eating. Laxatives do not reduce calories as they do not prevent absorption in the small intestine, so option B is incorrect. Option A is incorrect as vomiting does not reduce almost 100% of calories consumed even if done immediately after eating.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Effectiveness