Sometimes I feel like saying 'I did it the easy way', but in reality it wasn't easy at all. It was one of the hardest things I've ever done but IT WORKED smile I had gastric bypass surgery. The best news is that within 6 months I was off all blood pressure, type II diabetes and cholesterol lowering medicine. I think of it as a life saver, or life extender, one that allows me to be there as a Grandma going forward. Best thing I ever did for myself.