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Episode: Teens with severe obesity are turning to surgery
Description: John Simon III was a hungry baby and a “chunky” toddler who grew into a chubby little boy, his mother said.
But by the time the California middle-schooler turned 14, his weight had soared to 430 pounds (195.04 kg) and become a life-threatening medical condition. Now, after weight loss surgery that removed a portion of his stomach, John has lost more than 150 pounds, boosting his health and his hopes for the future.
The children—and their parents—say the aggressive measures are a necessary option after years of failed diets and exercise programs.
The aggressive interventions are backed by some experts who treat obesity...