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Doesn't sound like either of these devices, the tongue patch or the balloon, do anything to teach good eating habits so when they are removed won't the people regain any weight loss? Sounds like the only thing guaranteed to be permanently loss is money.

It is already being tested in the US. I saw this back in October when I was researching surgeons. At first I thought it would be great but then I read no not for sustained weight loss! However, what it will be used for is to help people who are too overweight for weight loss surgery to lose their weight safely in order to undergo the surgery that they need. Also, used for people who may only have 20 lbs to lose! Not everyone is a candidate for WLS...some people are still very overweight but don't fit the correct BMI! I had to hit 233 lbs before I was eligible for the band and for insurance to cover it! It does not have to be removed at the end of 3 months. It is what's based on what your dr tells you. Yes, I think it's a little bit stupid but surgery isnt for everyone.

I saw this on my local news last night Arlene. As long as people are fat, there will be those who will happily take your money...

Pandora is a great exercise partner. And it is wonderful you and your husband are on the same page. Healthy future ahead! Way to go choosing yourself......

I feel so lucky to have my band -- that it was available to me. Sometimes I feel like bands are being phased out, that sleeves and other surgeries have less followup care and more profit. I feel like I may have gotten my band just in time. Well, except for the wishing I had done it a long time ago. But I didn't know about WLS and I needed to have my BMI up enough for insurance to pay. That was all so complicated and I'm grateful it's all behind me. The one day at a time with the band is very manageable now. Here's to a new day of healthy eating.....

I sweat enough as it is! This gym thankfully doesn't have mirrors. It does have a dark room with a giant screen that plays a movie if you'd rather do that, but I like my music.

You did great and I am so the same way. The gym where I go, I haven't been in over 2 months, bad me, I go around 1-2 pm and the place is empty. I do the bike and some machines only. My bad knees and back can't do treadmills or elliptical. My son said at the gym to wear heavy clothes with a hoodie on so you sweat. I don't do that but have seen many people doing it. Enjoy yourself. One question to everyone-why do gym have walls and walls of mirrors????

Wow, I didn't realize that other people felt that way. I understand what you're going through as a parent...an with the weight. I had my daughters very young, and didn't know what to teach them because I didn't know myself. They grew up following my bad habits. I had the sleeve in 2010, and did great....until I had a life changing stressor that put me back on the road to the tormenting yo-yo of control. Eventually, it seemed that I felt like I never had the sleeve. I had no clue what to do. I believe bariatric surgery is a great tool, but would tell people to please recognize it as such. I didn't change what SENT me to the fridge, therefore, I went back. I didn't really change the eating habits I had either. I wound up apologizing to the girls for failing them in what I taught (or didn't teach) them. They're grown now. I'm so thankful to God to have found Plexus, as it has made me feel like my sleeve is tighter than ever, and keeps my blood sugar leveled at all times, so that I'm not running for the bite size candy bars anymore. Everyone had to find their way, and I just want to encourage you to keep learning, growing and you'll make it! Your daughter understands that us Moms aren't perfect...too bad we don't find that out earlier!! Blessings to you and your weight loss journey!

I am so pleased with myself. In May 2013 I weighed in at 119.6kilos. I lost weight on my pre surgery diet and weighed in at 102 kilos the day of my surgery. My most recent weigh in had me at 90.2 kilos. I have 20 more kilos to lose. I have had 2 adjustments and will be booking in for my final one shortly. Slow and steady, but I feel much healthier already.

Happy New Year and good luck. We all choose WLS because we all have an eating problem. Each one of has it a little different than the other person. Last week my MIL asked how I got fat because I am a very plain eater, no salad dressing, no extras, never had mayo, mustard etc. I loved fried foods. I could eat a large pizza everyday. I gave up fried foods except for maybe 1-3 fries from my husband's plate. I loved bagels and lox or french toast for breakfast, now just protein shakes. I only have crusty breads in restaurants. I have made a lot of great changes and still do. I am far from perfect but over eating gets stuck and I hate the feeling. I have never thrown up, which is wonderful. Maybe see your dietitian before surgery or talk to someone in the WL field about your family eatings.