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I'm glad my age is accepted and I'm supported in my decision here, because in "the real world" I'm reprimanded for my decision to "cheat" at such a "young age" My point of view is, if I know something isn't working, why should I keep doing it? Afterall, insanity is doing the same thing over & over and expecting different results. (Oh, Einstein <3) So thank you for your support and advice

Thank you! Your advice is much appreciated!

I'm 17 years old and I'm on my way toward the Vertical Sleeve surgery and I was wondering if theres anyone around my age willing to share their experiences

Thank you! I'll check it out

Oh, thank you! Yes, I believe all options were presented to me and I've decided that the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy is best for me since there is no bypass of the small intestines and that there is very little chance of absorption issues (my mom had the Gastric Bypass surgery and she had a lot of issues with nutrient absorption and needed regular iron transfusions) I'm doing MASSIVE amounts of research (at 2 am like a madwoman) and I'm working with Stanford university so they're giving me loads of tools and are very helpful.

I'm 17 and on the path towards the VS surgery. Just wondering if there's anyone else my age here

I didn't know that, but that makes me feel a hell of a lot better about my workout/diet regimens!

I'm 17 and on the path towards the VS surgery. Just wondering if there's anyone else my age here

I didn't know that diet and exercise didn't work for everyone but I feel so much better now that I've found this site. I am still pre-surgery but am so excited to change my life for the better. A little background for those interested: 17 years old and have been overweight my entire life. The most I've weighed is 320 lbs but currently weigh 282 lbs. I am a highschool senior on the varsity waterpolo team. I've played polo for 5+ years and it's my life. In spite of playing one of the world most vigerous sports and eating healthy, weight loss has ALWAYS proved difficult. Name a diet fad & I can bet that I've done it. Surgery is a last resort for me and I've never been more inspired, dedicated, hopeful, focused and driven until I knew what this could possibly do for me.