Linda asks…
Have you or someone in your family had a gastric bypass surgery?
My mother is having it in a couple weeks. I’m getting really nervous…
Can anyone tell me what to expect? I don’t live with her, but I’m very concerned about her ability to conform to the new diet. She’s a compulsive over-eater. She’s not huge like people you see get the procedure on television. She’s 275 lbs and 5’5″, though so she’s still pretty overweight. I’m very worried about her dying or just getting fat again after going through such an invasive procedure. The worst is that I don’t have a really close relationship with my mother so I don’t feel comfortable enough to voice my concerns. She’s never really committed herself to any weight loss routine for more than a couple of weeks, and I worry that she’ll eat too much with her new 4 ounce stomach and it will rupture and kill her.
Can anyone tell me anything to ease my worries? Success stories and bad stories alike are welcome. I just want to know what to prepare myself for.
weight loss cardiff answers:
My husband’s best friend had a gastric bypass about five years ago after failing to lose weight on various diets. His surgery went well, he’s had a successful recovery and his weight is down at a healthy level. However, he was willing to adjust his diet afterwards so that he could stay healthy. The problem for your mom (as it is for many gastric bypass patients) may be that she can’t eat much food at one time after the surgery so she’s always hungry. If she’s a compulsive overeater, she may end up snacking constantly which will undo the effects of the surgery.
James asks…
What is your weight loss success story?
Hey guys, I’m currently trying to be healthier and exercising more, and have lost four kilograms so far. I’m just looking for some motivational stories, so let me know about your weight loss!
weight loss cardiff answers:
Well, let me start at the beginning. Growing up I never had any problems with weight. Up until I was 18, the most i ever weighed was 120 pounds. Well, right after I turned 19, I had some pretty bad things happen in my life. I wont go in to details, but those 4 years of my life were PURE hell. I coped with what was going on by eating, eating, and eating til I hit the highest weight of my life-194 pounds. Last year around September, my life started to turn around and things got WAY better.It was then that I decided that I really wanted the Old me back. SO, I started Weight Watchers online and walking on the treadmil 3-4 times a week. I started out walking 2 miles each time but that gradually increased to 4 miles each time. With the cardio and Weight Watchers-which is by far the BEST diet program EVER-I reached my goal weight of 120 pounds in April. So in 7months I lost 76 pounds! I feel like the old me and I am happier than I have been in years!
Thomas asks…
Does anyone know where I can submit my weight loss success story?
I have been using the Wii Fit in conjunction with eating healthy and since September, I have lost 64 pounds. I really want to get my story out there to inspire others!
weight loss cardiff answers:
I’d be honored to hear your whole story. You can submit your success in the forums section and if it is accepted you will have your own page on the www. It is a help and be helped forum- kind of like questions and answers too. It is easy to join and no membership is required. Your e-mail is optional ( if you want to have your name included for credit).
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