hi every1 thanx for the comments, yes 9 stone is alot to lose and it wasnt all plain sailing lol, it took alot of determination and hard work, im not quite at my target yet but hopefully soon, i have not gained once in 2 years, i exercise regularly, but at this stage i can eat pretty much what ever i like, even sweets and chocolate without dumping, but i dont do it often, my life has changed since my bypass and all for the better, i'd recommend any1 to have it, the results are supurb and well worth it, xx