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For many people, surgery has led to significant
weight loss and better health. But surgery alone will
not lead to success. Smart eating and physical activity
are still necessary.
Considering surgery?
If you’re thinking about weight-loss surgery, it’s
important to consider the risks and benefits of the
surgery, as well as the long-term lifestyle changes
you’ll need to make.
A yes answer to each of the following questions
may suggest that you are a potential candidate for
this major surgery—and mentally prepared for it as
well. Are you:
Obese and unlikely to lose weight or keep weight
off without surgery?
Determined to lose weight and improve your
health?
Aware of the risks—including the potential
complications—and benefits of common types
of weight-loss surgery?
Aware of the dietary restrictions and other changes
that you’ll need to make after surgery?
Committed to lifelong medical follow-up and
lifestyle changes?