Nicolanz 1,484 Posted August 4, 2013 I was perfectly healthy at 296 pounds too. I did this for my mental health. Honestly, preventing future ailments due to obesity rarely crossed my mind. I think mental health is equally important. I hated how I looked. I couldn't see how my husband could find me attractive! He was/is very attracted to me and I was constantly turning down his advances because I was so disgusted with myself. All the failed diets put me further into self loathing. I was tired of eating until I was absolutely sick for hours after eating. I did this to beca well rounded happy individual. This surgery did that for me! I don't have one regret! It's changed my life completely! Good luck to you! 1 sheilarae reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites