My dad is going to Mexico with me because he's really worried about the surgery. He is overweight also and recently talked to his doctor about maybe having the sleeve done next year after he sees how mine goes. His doctor said the ones who have success with any weight loss surgery are the ones who eat right and join a gym and really get an exercise routine going. I would add to that that being involved in a forum like this is the key to staying on track. Just reading everyone elses success stories and getting all the great advise and encouragement is priceless. You feel like you have support and accountability and you're not on your own, especially those of us going to Mexico and not having the doctor and nutritionist here.

I agree, the sleeve is just a tool, you need to eat right and exercise. I too had my surgery in Mexico and it is a life changer. I am so happy I had my surgery and would not change a thing. Have your dad go to my blog and it will outline my Mexico Journey. As far as a nutritionalist, there are great ones online. You will do great, my only regret is that I did not have it sooner.

Yup, it like that with any weight loss surgery or regimen. Like Kemo said this surgery is just a tool. You have to do the work. It's not easy either, especially if any complications arise as they did with myself.