Roux-En-Y Gastric Surgery – Internal and External Transformation

Ya’ll fess up. You know you want the girlish, hour glass figure, right? Don’t be shy. You know you want to show off that brand new two-piece bathing suit come summer. If you think this is an impossible dream, then think again. You may be able to pull it off. Have your cake and eat it too? Absolutely. Presenting the Roux-en-Y Gastric Surgery. Yours for the asking.

What is Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery?

Roux-en-Y Gastric Surgery – pronounced “roo-en-why” – is the most commonly performed weight-loss procedure in the United States. It has been in practice for more than 30 years and provides an excellent balance of weight-loss and manageable side effects. This operation can be performed with minimal incisions to the abdomen (laparoscopically). Also, it can be done by computer-assisted surgery (robotically). It is once of the best inventions of the 19th century hands down.

The Inventor of the Roux-en-Y Surgery

The Roux-en-Y gastric surgery was invented by a Swiss by the name of Dr. Cesar Roux. He developed the procedure in 1892 to treat patients who has gastrointestinal obstructions. As a result, digested food is prevented from passing through the bowel. It is caused by fibrous tissue that compresses the gut. It can develop many years after abdominal surgery. Also, it can be caused by certain medications. Fast-forward into 1990, mew surgical procedures were introduced alongside of the RYGB. Thus, the first weight loss procedures was born.

How Does RYGB Promote Weight Loss?

Did you every ask yourself the question why me? Tell me about it. I have asked myself this question a thousand times. In that case, the buck stops here. The Roux-en-Y can definitely take care of your “why.” This procedure is going to change your life. However, the first thing to do is to make a two-column list of why you should have this surgery and why you should not. You are going to be blown away when you find out about the celebrities who put the RYGB at the top of their to do list.

What Celebrities Had Gastric Bypass?

Did you that more than 35 celebrities have gone under the bariatric knife. For example, here are just a few that you probably know. Al Roker (Today Show), Sharon and Kelly Osborn, Rosie O’Donnell, Randy Jackson (American Idol), Lauren Mazo (The Real Housewives of New Jersey), Abbey Miller (Dance Moms), Mariah Carey (Singer), and so many others. There is no shame when it comes to weight loss. Let’s dig a little to see what the whys are for the Hollywood favorites. 

Al Roker:

The Today Show weatherman weighed in at 340 pounds at his highest before he decides to undergo gastric bypass surgery in 2002. In March 2022 Instagram post showing the pants he wore two decades prior to surgery. Al wrote, “Hard to believe it was 20 years ago today, I wore size 54 Levi jeans to my #gastric bypass at 340 lbs. and here I am today. It’s still a struggle but I’m never going back. I have setbacks and struggle every day, but I’m never forget how far I’ve come.”

Kelly Osborn:

This TV personality, daughter of the famous rockstar Ozzy Osborn, announced her 85-pound weight loss in August 2020. She later shared that she lost her weight after having a gastric sleeve procedure several years earlier. After hearing all the false rumors, she took the plunge to set the record straight. She stated “I had surgery; I don’t give a f–k what anyone has to say, I did the gastric sleeve. All it does is change the shape of your stomach. I got that almost two years ago. I will never ever lie about it ever. It is the best thing I have ever done.”
Randy Jackson:

W e all know Randy Jackson as one of the judges on the American Idol. After being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes in 2001, underweight gastric bypass surgery two years later and lost a whopping 100 pounds. He has maintained is weight for the last 18 years without a hitch. The key is to pick method that works for you. The Kimberly Snyder is a noninvasive alternative to take off the pounds.

Kimberly Snyder Weight Loss Method

Kimberly Snyder is a spiritual guide, meditation teacher. Nutritionist, and holistic wellness expert. She is also the three-time New York Times best-selling author of five previous books, including Radical Beauty, which she co-authored with Deepak Chopra. In fact, she hosts the top-rated Feel Good podcast. With much pride, Drew Barrymore accredits Kimberly for her personal weight loss of 25 pounds in three weeks. After struggling with her weight gain, thanks partially to her personal trainer, Drew is now at her target size and is in optimal health.

Drew Barrymore:

Speaking to US Weekly, about her diet in the past, the actress confessed “I followed Kimberly Snyder’s methods, but I added some proteins like fish and chicken since she’s all vegan. Way to go Drew. Thine own self be true. Always go but your gut feeling when it comes to hoe you want to lose your way. For many, the natural way is the only way – surrendering to a whole food plant- based diet. This is another sure way to take off those pesky pounds. If Drew can do it, so can you.

Some of the Pluses and Pitfalls of Gastric Surgery

• It doesn’t solve all problems
• You must exercise regularly
• Eat sensibly and mindfully
• Stops food cravings
• Prevents emotional eating
• Prepare yourself mentally prior to surgery
• Insurance does not cover the cost

When patients go into the procedure with a positive attitude and open mind, they experience a successful outcome

How Successful is Roux-en-y Gastric Surgery?

Anyone who takes the initiative to make a change in their life for the better can greatly benefit from gastric surgery. Further more, the benefits will outweigh the risks. Just ask Rosie O’Donnell. Prior to her treatment, she would raid her children;s Halloween candy. Not anymore, “This year, the whole trick-or-treat, I had one lollipop…they told me the part of the stomach they removed has hunger hormones in it, called ghrelins. And that changes the way you think and feel about food. I feel so much freer now in terms of needing to move and play with my kids.” Overall, her recovery came full circle after two years.

How Long does it Take to Recover

Recovery time varies. It is different for each person. Due to the fact that gastric bypass surgery is laparoscopic, this means the surgeons can make small cuts. Therefore, the recovery time is generally short. Most people stay in the hospital for 2-4 days. Surgeons recommend patients that have Lap-Band procedures to wait 1-2 weeks before returning to work or normal activities, For patients with stapled procedures such as gastric sleeve or bypass 2-4 weeks are recommended. Expect a miracle including: 

• Lose up to 70% of excess weight in the first year
• Improve or cure all of your obesity-related problems
• Quality of life and confidence will go up
• Improve cognition (become smarter)

Benefits and Risks of Roux-en-Y Bypass

As in any surgical procedures there are always risks and benefits. For example, if a person’s weight affects their overall well-being, it places them in harms way for serious medical conditions. Surgery has pros and cons, benefits and risks.

Benefits:

• Safer than other selective surgeries
• Small incisions reduce risk of complications
• Increased self-esteem
• Improves body image

Risks: 

• Bowel obstruction 
• Dumping syndrome
• Gallstones
• Leaks in GI tract

Good Candidates:

• BMI of 35 or more with (obesity-related conditions)
• BMI of 40 or more (despite health conditions)
• Inability to achieve a healthy weight
• More than 100 lbs. overweight.

Final Thoughts

The sole purpose of gastric surgery is to help severely obese patients shed a significant amount of weight. For many, going under the knife is a last ditch effort. Surgery not only improves the person’s physical health, it also improves their mental health. Even though there are many variables to consider, the benefits outweigh the risks in many instances. At the end of the day, a successful gastric surgery changes the trajectory of someone life. They no longer suffer relentlessly with excessive weight.

We have come to the end of our journey through the world of Roux-en-Y Gastric Surgery. It is not a pleasant topic. However, we live in a world that is faced with an obesity crisis of people of every age and culture. We are forced to look to the medical community for solutions to this crisis, Food and exercise have fail, so, we have to take action and move to the next step. No one needs to carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. Thank for joining me. I look forward to reading your questions, comments and feedback in the space provide below. You can also reach me by emails. In the meantime, I’ll be waiting to hear from you.

Rachele, Founder

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