I just read on the internet that if you have a sweet tooth, the doctor could tell you that he won't do the surgery because you won't be successful.

Does anyone believe that? I'm quite surprised about that statement. I have a sweet tooth, but because I'm forever on the diet wagon, I don't indulge in sweets. I maybe have something like a cookie or whatever maybe once per week. I was on Atkins for almost 2 years and never had anything sweet, in fact the taste of sugar was horrible after not having it.

So do you think it's true that someone who likes sweets will fail?

Cindy....are you ready.....I found this statement on the Inamed website!!!!!! Interesting huh? I think I want the band because I can't imagine going through life without ever being able to enjoy a piece of chocolate once in a while or my own b-day cake! The weight loss would definitely be worth it for bypass....by if you can't eat what is enjoyable in life, is it worth it?

There was actually a study done in one of the Obesity Surgery issues, I think. The sweet tooth folks lost weight more slowly - but there was no SIGNIFICANT difference - I think it was less than a 5% variance.

It's all about you. Are you going to eat 2500 calories a day in chocolate? If NOT, then you should be fine.

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I'm a chocoholic and I am successful

Enough said!

OH I have one big sweet tootha and I think it works great! I no longer eat a "big pack"- the 4 version of receces cup four minis is enough for me (actually to much sometimes.

I eat alot of sweets and I am loosing...

Dont let that stop you!

Its worth trying!

Thanks all

That's unbelievable that you found that statement on Inamed's site of all places. The only adverse effects from having a sweet tooth are the same ones for those who are not banded. Foods high in sugar also tend to be high in fat and calories, not the best things to eat when trying to lose weight.

I have found that I have a lot more control over my choice of what I eat since being banded, and that includes sweets. On the otherhand, people who have gastric bypass, really cannot tolerate sweets physically. It causes something called dumping syndrome, a fancy term for sudden, severe, diarrhea without warning.

With the band, I like having the control and the reduction in desire for unhealthy food choices. I am a diabetic, so sugar is a real no no for me, but I do induldge in things with artificial sweetners, and that is what keeps my sweet tooth satisfied.

Cindy

I am thankful that the sweets have never really held me captive with their tasty allure. However, I do enjoy an occasional dip in the pool of sugary bliss. That said, I have found sugar free chocolate and other s.f. candies that provide a cozy respite from my hectic day. Give it a shot. Also, with this low carb fad happening you should be set in terms of finding low sugar foods.

You won't be successful if you indulge your sweet tooth with things that go straight through the band.

jayme