Mariew24

Thanks for posting this, Alex. First, 26 is a pretty small sample size to draw conclusions from. I would be interested in knowing if the choice of 13 Biggest Loser contestants is truly randomized. I suspect that the quality of the evidence in this particular study would be considered low. I'm trying to figure out how I would be able to commute and work and still be able to exercise or even watch TV 4-6 hours per day (which I don't). If I needed to do that under the supervision of a Biggest Loser trainer, I certainly would have to work to afford it. I find it really funny that Dr. H is, in essence recommending one surgery over another in the form of an orthopedic surgery when the participant becomes injured.

ASMBS (American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) posted a really nicely done video that I believe provides some awareness to the use of bariatric surgery. I am a Registered Nurse who, in late October had Lap RNY done. Best thing I could have done for myself. Six weeks after my surgery, I became a Bariatric Program Coordinator to help others on their journey and to quite honestly live and work this journey myself. I've also become a health coach for the same reason. This video is one of the better ones that I've seen. Please share it: http://asmbs.org/video-it-starts-today-obesity-surgery-helps-people-reclaim-their-lives