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Anonymous – I am trying to decide which weight loss operation to get.  Lap Band or Gastric Bypass?   What’s it like having weight loss surgery?   I am 5 feet tall and 215 pounds.  My insurance will cover the either procedure, but I am not sure which one would work better for me.  My physician said I should choose whichever one I think would work best for me.

Julie – Hello.   I am 5’5 and I used to weigh 325 pounds!   I had the Gastric Bypass procedure a two  years ago and now I currently weigh 165 pounds!   I chose Gastro Bypass over Lap Band because it’s permanent verses Lap Band (the band has to be adjusted occasionally.  I confess, my operation was hellish and it was painful for the first month;  however it got better after the 5th week.  Personally, I would recommend it, as long as you do your research and due diligence.  My advice is to make sure you go to a good surgeon ( it can make the difference of life and death.)  With Gastric (for women), more than likely, your periods will be heavier and you’ll have more cramping.  Diet-wise, you will eventually be able to eat pretty much what you want, but in much smaller portions.  Finally, vomiting is something you will have to get used to and learn what triggers it.

Susan – Hi.  I do not recommend it, whether the insurance pays for it or not. There’s no substitute for exercise and choosing a fresh healthy diet. Making healthy choices a daily habit will help you lose weight safely and keep it off for the long run.  Also, you won’t be in any pain like the gastric bypass procedure will give you.   In my opinion diet and exercise is a much better alternative than lap band or gastric bypass  surgery.

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