I have struggled with morbid obesity, lack of self esteem/confidence, and deep depression for the last 13 years of my life. At my highest known weight, I was 375lbs at five foot ten. Before I was 30, my joints were giving out on me, I had high blood pressure, sleep apnea, infertility, borderline diabetic and had missed out on my 20's entirely from being introverted and reclusive. I had been bullied by family, made fun of by children in the store, and broke down a roller coaster. But above all, I was missing out on the one thing I grew up with all my life. The one place I found true peace, happiness and acceptance. HORSES. My passion, my ambitions and my stamina to be a lifelong equestrian were crushed by my ever growing weight issue and insecurities. On September 11, 2018 my world turned upside down. Thanks to the nutritional advice from LinLin Shao and the trusty surgical expertise of Dr. Scarborough from Texas Laparoscopic Consultants in Houston I have taken full control of my weight, my health and my life! No longer do I experience daily joint and foot pain. No longer do I have high blood pressure, sleep apnea (my husband thanks you for that, no more snoring!), infertility issues or any sign of diabetes in my life! I am back on roller coasters, back on horses, wearing two piece swimsuits and living my best quality of life in my entire adulthood! TLC got me out of my depression and back in the saddle where I belong with ZERO post op complications! This was the best life choice I've ever made. I don't know why I waited so long to do this, but I'm so glad I did and would not recommend any other group of surgeons, dietitians or weight loss professionals than TLC Houston!