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jules8705
jules8705
Has anyone considered or had weight loss surgery here? I am considering having the gastric sleeve or lap-band done. I am in the obesity 2 category. I have been trying to lose this weight for a year now. After my mom passed away in December at 61 from a heart attack, things are hitting home now. If I don't get this weight off, that will be me one day. I've been low-carbing since March and i have only lost 8lbs and 3 inches. I was just wondering if anyone here has had WLS and what your path was. TIA
rose33772
rose33772
My husband had the sleeve done in May 2013. He lost about 20 lbs. It is important to change eating habits or the weight will return. Everyone is different, but with a surgical procedure you have to be very focused and motivated and stay on a good eating plan or the weight will return.
I, myself, believe in portion control and more movement.
You are losing weight and inches so why not just continue with what is working for you.
My best to you.
Lupin1
Lupin1
Hiya, low carb diets do take 2-3 weeks to kick in and then a lot of people lose 1-3 lbs a week. I've also taken out dairy and sugar and artificial sweeteners as well which help and I'm down to 30-35g carbs a day at Atkins induction phase. It might be worth tweaking it and giving it more of a chance...it's less drastic than surgery. Of course it may not work for everyone.
saralevi
saralevi
Is this your last option? I would advice you try other means like exercise, diet or even weight loss pills before going under the knife. I have heard success with phenq.. You can read about it here
https://www.buzzfeed.com/sandraclark/phentermine-reviews-2bg4h
culda
culda
I had stomach stapling in 1984. I lost 90# but gradually gained most of it back. The main thing that helps me is changing my attitude about food (food is fuel - food is NOT a reward for good behavior, love, comfort, relief from boredom - fill in the blank.) and lots of physical activity. There is not easy road and WLS is fraught with medical complications and actual danger. If you choose to do it, research well, both the procedure and the surgeon.