Celebrities Increase Popularity of Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery has become more popular than ever thanks
to a number of celebrities who have gone public with their
stories. Sharon Osbourne, Al Roker, Carnie Wilson, Randy
Jackson, Roseanne Barr and Diego Maradona have all undergone
weight loss surgery under the public eye.

These celebrities make gastric bypass surgery seem easy, but the
truth is that it is a serious and complicated surgery and not
something to undertake lightly. It should only be used as a last
resort when serious dieting and exercise do not work. In our
want-it-now society, it may seem like a good quick fix, but the
longterm effects must be considered.

In the slick media world, celebrities go on talk shows and talk
about their surgeries as another anecdote, glossing over the
realities of the surgery. Much like plastic surgery reality
shows bypass the recovery period and complications and go
straight to the “reveal” moment, celebrities talking about their
gastric bypass surgeries do not often address potential
complications.

For some people, gastric bypass surgery may be the only answer.
It is a life-saving procedure for them. Unfortunately, for
others who could lose the weight through diet and exercise if
they tried, it has become a trendy option. Very little is
reported in the media about the risks of weight loss surgery,
such as gallstones, infection, and eventually malnutrition.

Before jumping on the latest trend, it’s important to do your
research. Just because celebrities make it look easy doesn’t
mean it is. Our bodies were made the way they are for a reason -
we should only “bypass” what Nature gave us if it is our only
option.

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