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Originally Posted by txsqlchick  I understand the surgery isn't a magical cure, and I know it can cause complications and that it doesn't work for everyone. It can work for some people and it's not as drastic as gastric bypass (which I wouldn't consider) but with compliance it can be very effective.
I was just curious.
I'm kind of discouraged because this is the only thing I've posted where people have responded and it's been negative. I'm working out, watching what I eat, and losing weight so it's not like I'm sitting on the sofa munching Cheetos and expecting a miracle cure.  |
I realize some people have misconceptions about this surgery such as, why not just do it on your own if you have to change the way you eat. well yes that is true except... its a known fact when you try to do it on your own only a few people truly ever keep the weight off and then in fact, gain more than they lost. With lap band it controls your portion, make you full much faster drastically limited the amount of food your intaking and your
body doesnt think its starving. I have lost 49
pounds so far with lap band and best decision i have ever made. I couldnt of done it without the band. Sure i would regret it too if i wasted all the money and continued to pig out on bad foods and didnt lose weight. It can be highly effective for those who have tried the normal means to lose weight. Regarding the surgery being 30k. there are so many surgeons out there doin it for half that cost or less. just look around until you find a price your comfy with. mine was 12.5 k. best money ever spent on myself. I wish you luck on your journey.
