Instead of just removing fat from different cosmetic areas of the body, resulting in an artificial weight reduction, these weight loss surgeries cause a person to eat less and absorb less calories, resulting in steady weight loss after the operation. This is much better than simply removing layers of fat that are quickly replaced after, for example, a ‘tummy tuck’ – because with that sort of surgery, lifestyle changes do not occur. And these days more and more insurance companies are being convinced to handle gastric bypass cost and this trend will only continue as this form of surgery becomes more accepted in medical and insurance circles. Of course, a modicum of exercise will be have to be indulged in after the healing process from the operation is done – a little at first and then steadily more. And later there will be surgeries to remove excess skin. But all in all, as a solution to chronic obesity, gastric bypass operations are virtually an answer to a prayer.