Bariatric surgery, a surgical procedure designed to help individuals achieve significant weight loss, can have a profound impact on a person’s life. By addressing the root causes of obesity, bariatric surgery can lead to dramatic improvements in physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life.
Unlike fad diets or intense exercise regimens, this surgical intervention addresses the root causes of obesity, making it a sustainable solution for many. If you’ve struggled with weight loss for years, bariatric surgery might be the life-changing step you’ve been waiting for.
Success Stories
Bariatric surgery is often hailed as the most effective way to lose a significant amount of weight and keep it off long-term. And these people are the folks who are reaping the benefits of their decision to have a weight-loss procedure with WeightWise!
Choosing Clothes Off the Rack
One of the most immediate and rewarding benefits of bariatric surgery is the ability to shop for clothes off the rack. After years of feeling frustrated and limited by your clothing options, it’s incredibly liberating to be able to walk into a store and find clothes that fit you perfectly.
Angela Baker’s Success Story
“I can buy clothes straight off the rack, and KNOW my size! I can sit comfortably in chairs, and cross my legs. I can wear shorts and tank tops. I can wear cute bras and panties! I LOVE working out because the “pain” is a good workout pain instead of injury pain. I love YOGA now, and my body can do all kinds of things in yoga I never thought I’d be able to do.”
Changing Relationship With Food
Bariatric surgery can help you develop a healthier relationship with food. By altering your body’s physiology, the procedure can curb your appetite and make it easier to control your portions. This can lead to a more mindful and enjoyable approach to eating.
Franky Kukuk’s Success Story
“I am only 7 months out since my surgery, and I have lost a total of 100 lbs. The biggest most powerful thing this surgery did for me, was change my unhealthy relationship with food. I eat to live not live to eat. I didn’t realize how much our lives circled around food. I see things differently than before. I have a better relationship with food and myself.”
More Energy to Play With Kids
If you’re a parent, you know how important it is to have the energy to keep up with your children. Bariatric surgery can provide you with a boost of energy, allowing you to fully participate in your kids’ activities and create lasting memories.
Billie Moore’s Success Story
“Playing with my grandkids is the best feeling in the world and knowing that I can be around a lot longer for them because I’m a lot healthier, no longer diabetic or hypertensive.”
No More Pain
Obesity can often lead to chronic pain conditions, such as joint pain and back pain. Bariatric surgery can help alleviate these symptoms by reducing the strain on your body.
Heather Lawrence’s Success Story
“I think the #1 thing that I love being able to do is just being able to walk again, being able to do things with my family and friends without hurting so bad. I also can go to the grocery store without my back and legs hurting so bad.”
Healthy Sense of Self-Worth
Bariatric surgery can have a profound impact on your self-esteem. As you lose weight and see your body transform, you may experience a boost in confidence and self-worth. It’s a feeling of empowerment that can positively impact all areas of your life.
Nathan Coit Success Story
“It took me about 2 years to come to the “I’ve had enough” moment. I was worried about cost, future health issues that it could have caused, and just the unknown of it all. It’s a major life decision. But I finally got tired of being embarrassed to be me.
I’m just happy to have a healthy sense of self-worth again. I like looking at the mirror and seeing, what I think, is the best and healthiest version of me in quite some time. I really love being able to look at clothes and not worry if I will pop a button or if seams will hold up.”
Being More Active
As you lose weight and gain more energy, you may find yourself naturally drawn to more physical activities. Whether it’s going for walks, hiking, or joining a gym, increased physical activity can lead to a healthier lifestyle and improved overall well-being.
Jeff Craig’s Success Story
“The changes in my life are unbelievable. I didn’t realize how much I was missing out on or how bad I really felt on a daily basis due to my being overweight. I have always been a hunter and enjoy going to Mississippi for 3 weeks to deer camp every year, but since my weight loss I have seen more of the 1100 acres in the past 4 years than I have in the 30 years I have been making that trip. I enjoy working on my place now and am trying to get it cleaned back up from all those years of letting it run down because I couldn’t get around. This is awesome for me.”
Health Improvements
Bariatric surgery can lead to a variety of health improvements, including lower blood pressure, improved blood sugar control, and reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. These benefits can significantly improve your quality of life and longevity.
Jennifer Smith’s Success Story
“I was skeptical, nervous and simply not convinced this was for me when I began. Thankfully, all the caring and helpful folks at WeightWise guided me along this process, and six months after I began, and my insurance finally approved this procedure for me, (and 86 lbs thinner) I had the Gastric Sleeve.
This whole process has been a HUGE blessing in my life! I have lost a total of 220 lbs and counting…
For me, the benefits have been numerous:
Diabetes – gone!
Kidney function labs – normal!
Mobility – fantastic!”
Longer Lifespan
Studies have shown that bariatric surgery can increase life expectancy for individuals with severe obesity. By addressing the underlying health conditions associated with obesity, the procedure can help you live a longer, healthier life.
Mike Jantz’s Success Story
“Three years later, I am enjoying every minute of my life! I especially enjoy playing with my grandchildren, all six of them. When I consider the position I was in before my WLS, I realize that, if it were not for my surgery, I may never have had the chance to meet my youngest grandkids. Now I look forward to the future and even more grandkids, and I am ready and able to play all day with them! Given the choice to do it all over again, even with the complications I had, I would do it in a heartbeat.”
Taking Control of Your Life
Bariatric surgery can empower you to take control of your health and make positive changes in your life. By addressing the root causes of obesity, the procedure can help you break free from the cycle of unhealthy habits and live a more fulfilling life.
Shauna Meyer’s Success Story
“Not only did it change the way I felt about myself on the outside but it changed who I was on the inside. When I was overweight I blamed everything that happened in my life on the fact that I was large. I didn’t get promoted because I was overweight, I didn’t get invited because I was overweight, I didn’t get the parking spot because I was overweight, even as ridiculous as that might sound.
I never once imagined that I would be able to let all of the pain go and take the leap into owning my own successful business. But I did it.
I now have 2 beautiful little girls I get to sing to at night. No booboo goes unkissed and the sound of children’s laughter echoes through the walls of my home every single day.”
Shoe Shopping!
One of the fun and practical benefits of weight loss is being able to enjoy activities like shoe shopping without feeling restricted by your size. It’s a small pleasure that can make a big difference in your daily life.
Diana Hampton’s Success Story
“As early as I can remember I had an eye for a great pair of shoes but it wasn’t until my early 20’s that it became an obsession but as my weight increased, so did the pain caused by my shoes.
I met my husband when I was twenty and we quickly got married, had our son and I gained 70 pounds! That baby cost me more than just my figure…I could no longer wear my beautiful shoes. Don’t get me wrong, I loved that little boy but I also loved my shoes. You cannot imagine the impact that the surgery will have for you unless you experience it.
So far I have amassed over 200 pairs of high heel shoes in all colors, designs and styles. It is seriously so bad that I turned my daughter’s room into my “shoe room” when she moved out of the house.
Are you ready to join the thousands of people who have transformed their lives through bariatric surgery? Take the first step and schedule a free online assessment to see if you’re a candidate. Don’t let obesity hold you back any longer. Discover the incredible benefits of bariatric surgery and start living the life you deserve.
