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A weight loss surgery blog by che4u on BariatricPal. 2 entries on surgery, recovery and progress.

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Read more about Any words of support from someone afraid of "cheating"?

Any words of support from someone afraid of "cheating"?

Hi all!   I have been talking to my husband about him getting the band at the same time as me, so we begin this journey together and can keep up with one another.   He is receptive but fears not being able to "stick" to the food plan once the procedure is done.   He is 6' 5" and eats very quickly and in decent/large quantity. He is heavy but has a fast metabolism.   My husband is not a sweet tooth kind of guy. He likes the occasional treat but if given a choice between pitas with hummu

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• che4u
• May 29, 200917 yr

Read more about Can one succeed, at weight loss, without a supportive partner?

Can one succeed, at weight loss, without a supportive partner?

Hi all!   I have been considering getting a lap band for a while now. I couldn't before because of my insurance but it looks like my husband's new insurance *might* actually cover it... knock on wood.   I went to a meeting a while back and the doctors were saying that, in order to succeed with a lap band, one must have a lot of self control and, if not, one should opt for the bypass instead.   Personally, I could probably keep myself in check if I was single but I have 2 children and a hu

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• che4u
• May 27, 200917 yr