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[Diet Culture IRL] Lisa Marie Presley and the real risks of weight loss surgery

Sep 19, 2023
Lisa Marie Presley, a celebrity who underwent weight loss surgery, and the hosts discuss the risks and side effects of weight loss surgery, specifically focusing on Lisa Marie's experience. They also touch on societal pressures faced by the fat community, lack of awareness about these risks, and the secrecy and shame associated with the procedure. They also discuss personal experiences with unsolicited pictures and the importance of setting boundaries.
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Quick takeaways

  • Weight loss surgery carries significant risks and complications, which are often downplayed or ignored in media discussions.
  • Secrecy and lack of open conversation surrounding weight loss surgery can be harmful, especially when individuals experience complications or adverse effects.

Deep dives

The Risks and Complications of Weight Loss Surgery

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the risks and complications of weight loss surgery, focusing on the recent news of Lisa Marie Presley's death due to complications from the surgery. They highlight the lack of awareness around these risks and the minimization of negative outcomes in media discussions. The hosts urge listeners to do thorough research and seek firsthand accounts from people who have undergone the surgery to make an informed decision. They also emphasize the importance of finding a therapist who aligns with their values and identities to explore the underlying feelings and trauma associated with the desire for weight loss surgery.

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