Potatofree I'm so sorry to hear about your dad

You are correct, Weight Loss Surgery isn't the "CURE" it only helps the symptoms. I am not knocking it, I actually thank God for it because it saved one of my friends life, she was over 500 lbs and couldnt breath, she was on a breathing machine. So its really ment for people like her, not folks that need to lose 150 lbs and are just frustrated w/dieting (which I also know some one like this).

My friend who had the surgery will tell you that she struggles with the thought and habbit of going back to her old eating ways and this scares her to no end. She is only 30 lbs from her goal weight which I am so happy for her.... A Good Doctor will not perform the surgery and throw you out there to fend on your own. These people need to see councelors and dietitions. Its a struggle like anything.

My final words for people who do have the surgery is.... I think your very brave to do this, I wish you much success and happiness