Weight Loss/Maintenance

But both of my parents and my only sibling developed type 2 diabetes in middle age. They were also all obese. Considering my weight and family history, it's suprising that I haven't developed it yet.

The hospital I am going through is a Center of Excellence. Their pre-op program is pretty extensive. I have just started the process. I went to the the introductory nutriton class earlier this week, and the food plan they prescribe includes everything you mentioned. They also do sleeve gastrectomies. But I am hoping to go with the least invasive procedure possible. I know people who've had both gastric bypass and lap band. The person that had the lap band done has struggled somewhat, partly because it does allow you more freedom and choice. But she has lost a significant amount of weight, and has kept it off 18 months after surgery. But she still has some more to go.

I don't want to never have another sweet treat for the rest of my life. I would just like to be able to eat like a reasonable person, and be able to stop at just one.