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This is super helpful information. I have had a lot of issues with GERD in my life. I've actually had hiatal hernia surgery because 2 thirds of my stomach was above my diaphragm. It's something I have to consider for this surgery because my abdomen is already trussed up like the xmas turkey.

I started seriously considering this after watching A User's Guide to cheating Death Season 1 Episode 4. The doctors interviewed pretty much said that unless you want to make drastic lifestyle changes (for instance become an athlete) then losing and keeping off weight is not going to happen. If you're fat and healthy then you should just focus on eating well and getting enough exercise. Well, I'd love to become an athlete. But I'm 48 and exercising alone bores me to death. I'd join a team, but who wants a fat, short female with no experience on their team? My biggest concern (may start another thread) is getting enough calories if I decide to become more active. Is this a thing?