Al Roker

[mpishko]

Did anyone see the Today Show interview with Al Roker. He discussed the gastric bypass he had 10 years ago. He initially lost a lot of weight (130 lbs I think) then gain 40 back because he hadn't changed since eating habits and hadn't dealt with unlying psychological issues. He said despite he a highly successful weather guy, he felt unworthy and like people were going to see him as a fraud. Some of what he said really hit home for me because I've struggled with the same feelings despite being successful in my own field. Like him, I sought comfort from those feelings through food. Interesting.

[Grace]

Didn't see it but since he gained only a portion of the weight back I'd say it was successful! Also, just my personal opinion but I think he looks much healthier now than he did when he was thinner...so perhaps his body just decided to settle in a bit higher than he wanted but at a place good for him otherwise.

[marilynlw]

Didn't see the interview but it makes sense. I know a lot of people think having to talk to a physiologist before surgery is stupid but I think it is important to start addressing the reasons for obesity right away. I have seen her 4 times already and I don't know if it is really helping but has at least made me think and maybe I am changing attitude toward food. We can't change the past but we can change the future. It looks brighter already. Wishing you all the best.

[jammy]

I did see the interview and it was interesting indeed. I have to agree with Grace that he appears much healthier than when he was thinner. But hopefully he is dealing with his emotions and has found another outlet besides food. I believe it is something we all struggle with and deal with on a daily basis...best of luck to you.

[ElleMarie]

I know what you mean Bryan, no matter what I do or how I act, I feel like a fraud. Since the sleeve and the plastics I just had done I am starting to feel like I am finding who I really am. I am starting to feel authentic and it isn't about how I look but that I no longer hide behind food and protective fat. I like to hear when celebrities and others in the public eye talk openly about WLS it helps the rest of us.