If you are considering Gastric Bypass Surgery and you have found this page, you are obviously intelligent and strong enough to take control of your own health. I congratulate you for this.

There are risks involved in any surgical procedure. But there are also risks in carrying around too much excess weight. On top of the effects to your health, and your life itself, there is also the diminished enjoyment of life from being left out of so many activities. This is not a procedure for someone who needs to lose 10 or 15 pounds, but if your weight has reached the point where walking around the block is strenuous, you must make some changes.

You have, no doubt, considered diet and exercise. If this is an option for you, speaking to your doctor and getting referrals to the appropriate experts would be a good first step. If this is not an option, it is important that you realize that your responsibility does not end with the surgery.

When the surgical procedure is over, you will have to adhere to a strict diet. In other words, your way of eating will be forever changed. It will be imperative that the foods you eat contain all the necessary nutrients. Otherwise, you could be at risk of vitamin and mineral deficiencies. Something as, seemingly, simple as an electrolyte deficiency can have serious effects on your digestion.

As you can see, you will still have to work hard to maintain your health and your weight. But, if you and your doctor decide that this is the best solution for you, it could open up a new world of experiences for you. There is a big beautiful world out there, and you deserve to be part of it.

I must make it clear that I am not a doctor, and am in no way dispensing medical advice. What I am doing is suggesting that you visit the web site below, and either write down the questions you have for your doctor, or print out the web site pages and bring them to your doctor. This way, the two of you can make an informed decision as to the best solution for you in your specific situation.

I wish you all the very best in your new life. You have already taken the first step.

Sincerely,
Terry Hamilton