Stomach Surgery for Kids?
Obese teenagers who had surgery to shrink the size of their stomachs on average lost nearly half their weight in the four years after the procedure, according to a study presented on Thursday at a medical conference. More details here
Ouch! Wouldn't it be good for a kid to develop some disciplines through the process of natural weight loss, i.e., diet and exercise? Wouldn't it be a good opportunity to teach a kid the lesson of taking personal responsibilities for his/her action? Wouldn't it be a hugh confidence boost if the kid loses those extra pounds by sticking to a healthier, more active lifestyle?
Living with only a part of stomach for the rest of his/her life doesn't sound too tempting, even for an adult. What would happen if the kid's addiction to foods shift to shopping or watching TV? Maybe there will be more magic pills or surgeries for those.
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