Weight loss surgery fiction, not fact
As leading weight loss surgeons in Houston, almost nothing frustrates us more than hearing the many myths and misunderstandings surrounding bariatric surgery being passed off as fact. Weight loss surgery is a good option for many people, providing the gentle nudge they need to transition into a healthy lifestyle, and we want that to be widely understood. That's why we appreciate articles like this excellent one from KSL that highlights four of the major weight loss surgery myths.
It's definitely worth giving KSL's full article a read, but we want to talk about the first myth they list as it is our absolute least favorite.
Myth: bariatric surgery is a shortcut to weight loss
We can't stand it when people talk about weight loss surgery with disdain as though it's the easy way out. Weight loss surgery is just one component of a comprehensive lifestyle change our patients are committed to making. Not only do weight loss surgery patients adhere to strict diet and exercise requirements, but they also often undergo counseling in order to address underlying emotional issues that may contribute to weight issues.
Weight loss surgery is a major decision that requires major dedication, and patients should receive nothing but the utmost respect for their commitment to improving their health.