Did I Get Weight Loss Surgery? Dealing with Excess and Loose Skin After Weight Loss
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00:00 Introduction
00:24 Did I Get Weight Loss Surgery?
00:50 My Personal Experience
01:27 Skin Removal Surgery
02:40 Excess Skin
03:39 Hydration Break
04:53 Would I Recommend It?
05:56 Food is Your Medicine
07:02 Keto Lifestyle
08:15 What Keto Does For You
08:54 Exercise and My Body Now
Thank you for letting me be vulnerable in this video! I would love to hear any of your experiences or thoughts in the comments regarding skin removal surgery, bariatric surgery, or losing weight naturally. If you want me to talk more about this, please let me know! Love you guys ❤
May I ask your height please?
Thanks for sharing 😮😊
Thanks for sharing Mayra
Yes please talk about this. Your videos are so inspirational & edifying. Thank you so much Mayra ❤
Myra i had weight loss surgery i lost 100 lbs its the best decision i ever done i be 2 years in may in maintance now
My husband had his weight loss surgery in 2019 and to this day he still says it was the best decision he ever made.
He took the cheat route!
@@tv-21 haha that’s funny !
@tv-21 For many people surgery is lifesaving. Many people are so overweight their life is in danger. That's why surgery is a medical option. To say it's "cheating" is ridiculous! It's not a competitive race this is people's lives and health we are talking about. You spreading that message is just disgusting and the reason so many people struggle for years to lose weight on their own and then feel like they failed. ❤ please be more kind. Everyone is DIFFERENT. There's no one path to get healthy
Life changing i had wls last year its changed my life 💯💯
@@nataliel809 these surgeries really are life saving, my husband is now able to exercise and isn’t having issues with his back like before.
Glad the surgery was able to change your life too!
Eating high quality fats keeps insulin levels low, which puts you into a fat burning mode. Higher insulin levels caused by eating sugar and refined carbs and even a lot of protein, puts your body into a fat storage mode . I love your quote “food is either your medicine, or your illness “. You choose. You are such an inspiration, not many people change their lifestyle for more than 15 years. Most slowly go back to their old ways 😊
I had weight loss surgery (gastro sleeve) in 2015, I was 365 and down to 178! I’m 55 now and menopause is killing me, losing weight is not easy! I have gained 90 pounds back! I started January eating very clean, healthy a lot of protein, so maybe I will start losing weight again! 🙏🙏🙏
Sadly men don’t know how much we struggle to lose weight being older. My metabolism has diminished drastically and I’m only peri-menopausal right now. My other half loses 10 lbs in one week snacking on chips and eating what he wants. He doesn’t understand and thinks I’m not trying to lose weight. I’m more physically active with exercise than he is and yet he sheds the lbs off like that. I gain weight even though I’m eating better. I’m very frustrated
I love your videos. You are so real. I also had a tummy tuck, due to very loose skin. I was 50 yrs old. I only wished I got it sooner.
I watch your videos to learn about Keto/low carb diet. I am slowly learning and I feel much better. Thank you! ❤
I'm in Menopause, and my weight loss stalled after losing with Intermittent fasting and low carb. I've lost 15 lbs since taking a suppliment called dihydroberberine. Do your research on it. I got mine off Amazon.
Perhaps you ladies can check out Dr Mary Claire Haver. She is on multiple platforms but she is a wealth of information when it comes to menopause, and how to lose weight with menopause. She even has free printable meals plans (the Galveston diet) Focusing on more fiber, less sugar, she's a wonderful women, highly recommend checking her out. 😊❤
Cut the carbs, it helps with hormone balanceand weightloss
I'm scared of weight loss surgery for me personally, but if I lost all the weight I needed to lose, I would DEFINITELY get surgery to get rid of the excess skin left over.
You are genuinely one of the most supportive people on RUclips and your videos feel like you are just talking one on one❤ Thank-you for being so open and honest 🤗🤗
Agree
I had RNY gastric bypass back in March of 2018. I went on to lose over 200lbs (my highest weight was 392lbs). It seriously saved my life. It was a last resort and one that I didn't think was even possible. I had no idea that this surgery was covered here in Canada, and because I was struggling with severe mental health issues, I had 4 therapists and a psychiatrist, and one of my therapists used to work at a bariatric clinic in toronto and suggested it to me. I completely broke down and thanked her for literally saving my life. I had so many co-morbidities. My BMI was 63, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, anxiety, depression, agoraphobia etc. Immediately after the surgery, I no longer needed my CPAP machine, was off ALL my medication for high BP etc. I had crazy amount of loose skin, my belly near hit my knees lol. (literally have many videos of it during my weight loss journey here on youtube). I went on to have 2 rounds of skin removal surgery. First one was my Fleur de Lis tummy tuck on June 16 2021 (9lbs of skin removed off my belly... mind you it looked like a LOT more lol. I have photos on my IG of my surgeon literally holding my entire belly that he cut off of me in his hands and you could barely see him behind it lol, was WILD!) Then on May 18th of 2022 I went on to have my second round of plastics and got my arms and thighs done with a revision to the previous tummy tuck as there was still some loose skin left behind. He took 2.2lbs off my arms, another 1.26lbs off my stomach and 4.74lbs off of my thighs for a total of another 8.2lbs of skin removed (he also took 1500 ccs of from lipo because even though the skin was removed from my thighs, my knees were still abnormally large in proportion). I have a LOT of battle scars from this journey, but I wear them all so proudly because without them, I probably wouldn't even be here right now. I really need to update my videos here, all of my skin removal was posted on IG, but I have been busy from finally having my first job and living life now, that I have gotten lazy in uploading here (as I am terrible when it comes to editing lol). But anyways, for anyone who has tried it all, and things feel hopeless and that you will never be able to lose the weight that has been holding you back from living and feeling your best, if you have the means to get weight loss surgery, DO IT. Don't worry about others judging you for taking it "easy way out". There is nothing EASY about trying to save your life. Again, you can just as easy gain it ALL BACK! But the surgery gives you the best head start in boosting success in finally losing it. It is still up to YOU to continue using it as a tool for the rest of your life! Again... best decision EVER... my only regret, is I didnt do it 20 years ago. I am now 48 years old lol and am just now living life for the FIRST time IN my life. I was over 300lbs since I was 17 years old!
God bless you! I'm so happy you were able to turn your life around.
Proud of you! Have not seen your journey but you chose your hard and it proved to be the right one for you. There isnt anything wrong with how your story went. So proud of you and glad to have you here on this earth to fight another day.
🎉👏👏👏 💐
Congratulations! You did wonderfully choosing to do what would make you the healthiest and happiest You.
Be Proud of Yourself. You deserve it.
Best Wishes.
I am so happy for you! Thanks for sharing.
I had abdominoplasty and breast lift in 2013 after losing 80 pounds with keto. I was 59 at the time. Best surgery I ever had and I did really well with recovery. I had never had a flat stomach in my life. I do not miss the flapping of that skin that hung down to my upper thighs! I had considered weight loss surgery but I'm really glad I used keto instead, but I am all for it if it's what someone wants to do for themselves.
When I was 20 , I had lost 100 lbs. I had no loose skin anywhere. That was 1976. I had no idea how to keep it off. Within 10 yrs I gained most of it back. I did lose it again but this time I had saggy skin. I was 30 then, I'm 67 now and still yoyoing. What I've learned in the past 6 months has been mind blowing. Intermittent Fasting, finding you and consistent exercise has made another long weight loss journey more empowering. I am still considering sleeve surgery as I again have 100 lbs to lose and I know skin removal surgery will be a necessity. I did have a point..really. You are a blessing dear. Thank you for sharing your journey. I do believe most of us have 1 or 2 journeys to share ( Or like me 40 years worth). It's nice to have help and to know no one is alone in this fight anymore.
Surgery or not, it's still a fight and we are all warriors . Here's to all of us...❤ I think I made my point😅
When I decided to start Keto back in June 2020. You were my main inspiration for recipes. I was able to lose 70lbs and maintained for about a year. It got harder but switched to low carb which was better for me. I recently fell off the Keto wagon and my body doesn't feel as good as it did when I was doing Keto. I'm doing Keto again started this week with an egg fast. I'm on day 2 of my egg fast and I already feel better. Love your videos!!!
Same! Keep it up!
Me, too. I quit for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I had all my memorable foods. I felt like crap all the time and felt my age again. Back on keto and 23 hours intermittent fasting with omad. It took a week to adjust because I went cold turkey. I feel great again.
Thanks for feeling safe enough to be vulnerable with us. I am almost 70 and had gastric sleeve surgery 9 years ago. I have no regrets even though I developed peritonitis a few days after the surgery and ended up back in the hospital for 10 days on IV antibiotics. Since then, I've lost down to 160. Periodically, I will get lazy and regain a bit. I am a total sugar addict and holidays are my hardest challenge. I regained 15 pounds this past year and I'm jumping back on the keto wagon. Thank you for being a mentor for me. Your recipes are easy and taste great.
If you haven't already tried it, monk fruit is a good sugar substitute.
Thank you for being so real and honest. You are great! Thank you for taking the time out of your life to do these videos.
You look great Mayra and thanks for sharing your journey. Cheers! 👍🏻👍🏻
WE LOVE YOU!! Can't thank you enough for your honesty!
Thank you for sharing your story and being so vulnerable. I learned something too! So I had a tummy tuck years ago to help fix my diastasis recti, and this left as you know a huge scar. I didn't know about the scar revision, and now I will look into it!! Thank you!
I have been watching your vids for years. I love your spirit, and your recipes. Lol. I enjoyed the straight talk, no BS , of this vid. Thx for keeping it real.
Mayra,you are SO BEAUTIFUL,inside and out! I appreciate your authenticity and transparency and overall self~love and compassion and care for others. I love watching you and hearing anything you have to share! You’re such a blessing to all of us!😇
Really great video Mayra!! I enjoy your videos soooo much!
Had the gastric sleeve in 2019! Best decision ever! I then found out about keto! And I’ve found great ppl like you! Thank you!
Really appreciate your honesty. Love that you keep it real and judgement free. I'm 66 and slender. I work out (cardio and strength) regularly and am down as much as 40 pounds from my highest weight in my 40s. I've been considering tummy tuck for the loose skin/belly pooch issue, and wondered how long it took you to recover and be able to exercise again. I wish people would share more online about their cosmetic surgery experiences. Still seems kind of taboo despite how common it is. P.S. I had a facelift in my 50s after I was widowed, and it was absolutely the best money I ever spent!
Omg Myra so much of what you just said I agree with. Food is medicine 100%. I will say my experience with keto has been really good. My body responds to it really well and it’s helping me heal my body from inflammation caused by my Hashimoto’s hypothyroid and adrenal fatigue. Also, I can attest to the fact that with keto and I really think any lifestyle you need to cook your food, prepare your food, prepping it for the week etc. It needs to be done by you and not, prepackaged with all the preservatives and crap. I noticed in my journey in the very very beginning when I started getting into the “ketofied”foods like quest cookies, meal replacement bars, etc it made me lazy so to speak, and I would have those instead of my own prepared foods and Wow did my results suffer! when I stay clean and eat only food that I have prepared my body feels it’s best and I have my best results. I think a lot of the advancements. We have our great as far as surgeries being able to remove the excess skin and aid in our weight loss but I do think trying a new lifestyle and making those changes first is always better and then have surgery be your last choice. But again everybody’s different and everyone has a different path either way at the end of the day as long as you’re happy and healthy.
You did fantastic in ALL CHOICES !!! & GREAT ON YOUR CHANNEL MY FAVORITE LO CARB FOR SURE !!
Your journey is amazing! Thank you for sharing and encouraging others. I have a friend who is on the same journey. She is amazing too. She loves to share and encourages others. God Bless you and your family.
Hello Mayra, let me just say again how much I adore you! You have literally been my inspiration and saving grace. I cannot eat "diet food" for the rest of my life. But YOU have given me absolutely delicious recipes that are so full of flavor and so satisfying. I CAN do this for the rest of my life. My labs are PERFECT! I cannot thank you enough for being here for me and everyone else! I love you, I love you, I love you! 😘
THANK YOU for your LOW CARB LOVE!!!
I love how you are always unapologetically yourself and your realness and vulnerability. This is my favorite wellness channel ♥️
Thank you for being open and honest about your journey. You are an inspiration
Thank you for being honest and sharing your experience ❤
Thanks for sharing Myra. You look great! I completely enjoy keto. Love it.
You are so welcome! 🙏🏼
I really appreciate you sharing your journey with us. It’s very encouraging to know we all face similar challenges and can persevere 😊
We are all human ❤
I was considering bariatric surgery, but wanted to see if I could loss the weight on my own before I went that route, because I don't have anyone to help me out during the healing process, and of course the cost of it all. Started my journey July 2023 and have been doing okay. I lost 50 lbs so far by fasting and eating healthier ingredients... plus more protein and veggies. However, I do have my days and sometimes I just have to have that regular chocolate chip cookie, or that Rice A Roni Spanish rice, or I'll just crave these things and possibly binge. Although I don't really keep too many unhealthy things in my home for this very reason. TFS Mayra...you look great and I'm thankful to have found your channel. ❤
This is the comment I was looking for because right now I'm saving and my mom is giving me half of the money for gastric bypass this coming summer but I'm so scared and if I could avoid it I will. I'm used to omad but I just never couple it up with exercise so this time I'm back fasting 20 hours a day but this time I'm trying to Walk 5000 steps a day and then come home and do some RUclips workout. I'm in my 40s and hearing how most women who've had the surgery say it stalls in their 40s....I can't afford to waste all this money but i have to be realistic that in your 40s it's hard to lose weight .
I will give it my all but when the summer comes with no changes I'll have no choice but to go for it... even though as I'm doing research all I'm seeing is people dying during one of these surgeries.
Congratulations on your amazing weight loss!!! You inspire me ❤
I love you Myra thank you so much for sharing!
im on a low carb high protein diet b-cuz of my IBS. your recipes help alot to keep my stomach balanced.... Thanks!!
I love your channel and your honesty. I'm 77 and just never could be consistent I my journey. I'm always wanting the perfect diet for me, but the truth is I control want goes in my mouth. Thanks again.
I’m doing keto. And yes I will have a tummy tuck one day. ❤I really enjoy your videos and energy! Blessings!
Your an Inspiration to Me I've been over weight started since I turned 14 year's old now I'm 54 year's old Diabetic lot's of Medical problems anyway I love watching your cooking videos please keep sharing Your Friend Pamela Vigil from Walsenburg Co.👍🙂
I had gastric bypass surgery in 2011. It was a great decision bc it helped me feel healthier and more self confident. I lost 70lbs. However, I started to regain the weight back in 2016 gradually and now that I’m going through menopause I’m struggling to lose weight again. I’ve been on keto for awhile but I haven’t been consistent. I know that if I do clean keto and exercise at least 3xs a week with intermittent fasting I can lose the weight. I just need to get motivated and set my mind to to do it.
What was your starting weight? If I may ask :)
Love your videos...I have been on the AIP lifestyle since 2018 After having my thyroid removed in 2010 due to Graves Disease and struggling with getting my life together..the right medication...I finally in 2018 i found a doctor who explained how food was keeping me sick..anyway... I went from 222 to 185.... I am still struggling to lose at least 20 more, and your videos are inspirational. I did have an arm lift and tummy tuck to remove skin back in 2021. I wear my scars proudly on my arms because I lost my weight through my dedication to my health. So, I am still a work in progress to get to my ideal healthy weight... but the skin removal helped build my confidence. Love finding your recipes that can work for my lifestyle for sure!!!!
Thank you for sharing!! I'm very grateful for social media. I've learned so many things and options that I have in regards to so many things other than just health wise.
Lovely video. Your candor and truthful explanations are so inspiring and helpful. I am 62 years old. I’ve lost over a 100 pounds twice only to gain it back. Last March I had weight loss surgery so that my “golden years” would be healthier and I could do more things. I’m following a low carb vegetarian diet. It’s hard to get the protein in. I am very happy. I’m down 108# and considering a n arm lift to get rid of the bat wings. I don’t mind my jiggly tummy but my arms are a sensitive area. Bless you Myra!
Thank you for sharing something so personal. Everyone's Journey is special and unique and we all have to find a path that works for us. And not judge. I am 70 yo-yo dieted most of my life mom used to buy me clothes in the chubby section when I was a kid. I joined Weight Watchers at 16 and started losing weight and anytime I lost weight I would then leave and gain it back and more until I had gotten to the point of being 240 lb and a size 22. For years I said I'll start on Monday finally in 2009 after menopause I rejoined WW and after losing half my weight I kept going to the meetings and the program. I have been at goal all these years. It took me about a year and a half to take the weight off and I walk jump on a mini trampoline keep active get my steps in every day and that's what helped tone me because that weight was on my body most of my life so I do have excess skin but I also managed to kind of tone due to activity. My husband always loved me just the way I was such a sweet man and unfortunately I lost him to cancer 5 years ago and I have decided to just be me. My hair is just turning gray and I'm leaving it and honestly I'm 70 and feel 40 most days. Just letting you know how I maneuvered through this I still watch what I eat I'm consistent I love your channel because I get so many wonderful ideas in the foods that I eat even though I'm not Keto but I am vegetarian. And besides... you always make all the foods you make looks sooo yummy!😊
Yours is one of my favorite channels so keep doing what you're doing and again thank you for sharing your story. Sending love and hugs
.....Linda ❤
I have my tummy tuck scheduled for this year!!!
You’re one of the reasons I stick with low carb love…
I was 200 kgs I think that’s about 400 pounds roughly in your country.
Yes I’ve had lap band that failed. After a few years I had a gastric sleeve. This happened about 15 years ago. Since then I’ve had a lower and upper body lift. Soooo much money. The best part of $65,000 Australian dollars. I loved my results. Though a couple of years ago I was creeping back into an Aussie size 18.
I was in chronic pain with gaining the weight creeping back on me. I
I was deprived and sore.
I heard about low carb and keto.
I now follow you and the keto twins. You guys are my religion. I’m now at my lowest weight since I’ve been in primary school. You are an amazing inspiration for me. I love looking forward to your videos and knowledge.
I would show you a photo of me at 400 pounds but I’m embarrassed 😢😢.
P my
Thank you for sharing. Yes i would like to hear more. ❤❤❤
I’ve lost 152 pounds since Nov 2022 through diet and exercise and I now weigh around that 165 lb mark you were talking about. Like you said my mid section just doesn’t really look the way I thought it would. I have the wrinkly saggy skin especially around my belly button and I have the skin pouch at the bottom… and let’s not even talk about how my boobs have completely deflated. I’m starting to realize that surgery is the only way to make my vision a reality….but I’m scared lol. Thanks so much for sharing your story and creating a safe space for people like me to share too.
Thank you for your candidness!❤😊
I appreciate you sharing your journey! You are beautiful in more ways than one❤
Your story is so inspiring. It is so amazing to see that you are also thinking of your family. God bless you!
Thank you! You too! 💖
I love your honesty. I’ve just started my journey of low carbs due to the fact of insulin resistant..
You are a positive media presence. Keep up the GREAT work.
Aww, thank you. I appreciate you 🥲❤️
Love your work but do miss Donnie. He just disappeared!
Mayra, thank you for sharing with us.
Thanks sharing your story ❤😊
Thank you for being here! Appreciate you 🥰
You are such a positive influence Myra I'm always falling off the wagon...but hop right back on & agree to try something first apposed to surgery as my sister who was very big chose to go down that path & the after effects are terrible
You are ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!
Hi!
My name is Diana and I just want to take a moment and tell you how much I “LOVE!!!!” your videos!
I just turned 63 and have two children ages 42 & 44. Now after I had my children and I only gained 18 lbs. and 25 lbs. with my pregnancies. I also breastfeed both my children and pumped breast milk for premature babies in the hospital where I had my two.
So, 20 years later and dieting and exercising I got to the weight I wanted and still had that little pooch on my stomach and my breasts were very saggy.
I did go to a plastic surgeon and inquired about a breast lift and tummy tuck. The price was about $12,000.00
which I thought was a lot. But I got financing through my plastic surgeon’s office and went ahead.
Let me tell you(and I agree whole heartedly with you) it was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life! 😁
It gave me so much confidence and when I looked at myself in the mirror I loved was was looking back at me!
I just recently started Keto and absolutely love it!
Also all the knowledge that you have given me through your videos has been amazing. Thank you!!
I loved the video yesterday about the Dollar Tree and all the snacks that were clean.
Thank-you!, Thank-you!, Thank-you! so very much!
You are truly an inspiration and thanks for always keeping it real. 🎉
Sincerely,
Diana 😃
Pls. Keep this type of video coming❤
Thank you for your honesty and confidence in us. It’s not easy sharing such personal information with others, so I commend you and appreciate it. Love your content, meals and knowledge. Women supporting women is what it’s all about ❤
I've been watching you for a few years and have watched you grow. The sentence that came out of your mouth (and I had to click back to hear it again) that I've never heard was "The food is your medicine or your illness". That is the bottom line and so true. I've been going to doctor after doctor trying to find one that just didn't want to give me a pill but to work with me and it's frickin' hard at 73. God Bless you and your family.
You are a beautiful person, inside and out ❤
Always interesting and intelligent content in your videos
Thank you, this video has motivated me to keep going and keep trying to lose weight
Thanks for always be real girl! ❤ you’re an inspiration to me!
Aww thank you for the love and support ❤
Love your channel. , but I had VSG surgery and it’s best decision I ever made 😊
I had weight loss surgery in 2001. The nickname for my surgery is DS. I did a ton of research beforehand and did it because it had the best long term results of any other surgery. Yes, I have to avoid certain foods like grains but that’s a good thing. I take my supplements everyday and get yearly blood tests to make sure everything looks good. I weighed 318 lbs back then and today I weigh 150 lbs. I would do it again in a heartbeat. Thanks for always being supportive of your subscribers, no matter what. ❤
I had a very similar experience. Had gastric bypass surgery in 2005 at 318 lbs. I never got below 200 until I tried keto in 2017. Wish I knew about low carb eating before surgery as I try to keep on top of malabsorption issues, but I made the best decision for me at that time in my life.
Duodenal Switch. I contemplated having that one done, but I ended up getting the RNY in 2003. Congratulations on your success❤️
@@latisaclewis342 Thank you!
@@Lola-jt5dx Congrats on your loss. Surgery is only a tool and you used it well.
❤❤
Thank you for all your words of encouragement!
I struggle with drinking the amount of water I think I am supposed to drink daily, 80 ounces, I can drink 40 but that us pushing it❤
I lost my first 50 pounds on keto. I started at 305. Then, I qualified for bariatric surgery (Bypass). Best decision ever. I was lucky, absolutely no complications. That was in 2019. I’m about 8 pounds over my original goal weight so I’m in maintenance. Keto is definitely keeping me there. I’m faithful in my supplements and hydration. Dehydration and malnutrition is a real thing after bariatric surgery, you don’t have enough tummy left to absorb nutrients and water. I totally get the excess skin. That’s my next thing now that I know I can maintain it. What cracked me up the most is my nutritionist kept trying to move me to a more “traditional” diet and yet, the post surgery diet was….KETO! 😂. A modified version but basically keto. I was already post menopause so I had already dealt with the hormone changes that cause some of us to gain weight. Total weight loss was about 140 pounds.
I know I know I can do this Ira, I trust you and believe you, and when you said something today that really helped
I had a tummy tuck about 12 years ago. My skin hung in a big apron and I got constant infections and irritation due to it. I also had diastases recti which is where my abdominal muscles separated. Mine was due to a twin pregnancy where both babies were about 6 1/2 lbs each. They are 36 years old now! I have definitely struggled with my weight as well and was told to lose 30 lbs before I had the surgery. Keto seems to be the only thing that works for me. It was a very painful surgery. Walking around bent over the first few weeks was really hard on my back. My daughters took turns staying with me because I lived alone. (Mine was more than skin removal because of the separation of my muscles which were tightly stitched back together from just under my bust to my pubis, so that may have been a big part of it). I had to get used to my belly button looking different even though they use your own belly button. The excess skin is pulled down, they cut a new hole and stitch your belly button back on. In the end it was all worth it, and I love my flat stomach!
You go girl! I had AB EX and a bit of laser lipo with Sono Bello last year. Best decision I ever made! I didn't want to have any procedure that would change my stomach surgically to lose weight for many reasons, so I toughed out a very low calorie diet and lost over 50 lbs. I had excess skin, but my flabby tummy remained. Then I thought back in time and realized I have had a chubby stomach most of my adult life no matter what I weighed, 160 lbs or 270 lbs. I have long legs and a short torso, so I thought I have the means $, so I'm going for it! I could care less about the scar, because I have the flat stomach I have always wanted! Even though you don't lose weight with skin removal surgery, you gain confidence by being able to fit into clothes you haven't worn in YEARS! This gave me the motivation to continue losing weight naturally, because I am convinced there is still fat around my organs. I feel better. I am more confident, (so confident I made a career change). I am happier. I don't jiggle when I exercise. I am able to fit in a plane seat better. I am able to enjoy my vacations more. Generally, best thing I could ever do for myself.
I want to do AB Ex also! It is one of my goals this year
This is second time posting this today, but I was given three packets of LMNT last week and I tried citric and grapefruit today.... omg!! Amazing. I'm the same too, I don't like to drink water, I have to force myself. I'm def ordering a box as soon as I can ❤
Thank you Mayra ❤
Thanks for sharing
Thank you for sharing 😊
So reasonable and realistic ❤️
Ty for honesty ❤
Of course ❤
I Love LMNT!!
I drink it Everyday. 😊
I love your videos! You look amazing!
I absolutely love how positive your channel is. I had my initial weightloss surgery in 2008 then had a revision 2016 to a sleeve gastrectomy. It was the best decision I ever made. It’s hard to keep it off though and I struggle at times but I love to come here and hear all the positive things you have to say. You always make me smile and are super real. I’ve gained a little weight back but every day I’m working harder to get back to my lower weight again.
I feel for you!! Lost a ton of weight in a short period of time, and I can't stand that saggy crap. Good for you!
I had a tummy tuck in march of last year after losing over a hundred pounds i have been keto 4 years it was the best thing i have ever done solely for myself no regrets here
Good for you. You deserved to have this procedure done after losing all that weight 💕
100% of the people I know that had weightloss surgery gained it all back that was at least 10 people. It became very popular about 10 years ago and it seemed like everyone wanted a quick fix. Only 2 that had skin removal had serious complications and nearly died. Because of what I saw. I decided this was not the route I was going to take. Last year I was able to lose almost 40lbs on my own by Doctors orders. Let me tell you that your videos helped me so much. I will admit that life events and the fact that I fall easily in depression made me gain all back. I have a Doc appt I cannot fail and I will once again follow your recipes to get me back where I was. Thank you so much❤
I did low carb then keto watching Dr Ken Berry then Ketovore now carnovore...425lbs at 5'1" tall ,female to 230lbs now. I found out what I can not eat and what I should eat. I'm trying but it takes a long time!
Have you tried Sprouts Sparkling Mineral Water? It’s fantastic.
Once again, great job, Mayra! Why not? U look fabulous and, even better...u lead a healthy lifestyle! About surgery specifically for weight loss... IMO, ppl could learn a lot about it by watching some Dr Now videos. U really do need to change your eating habits. The surgery's not a magic bullet. It's just one helpful tool toward holding on to the progress u made in losing weight, along with choosing healthy foods, and staying low carb.
good advice thank you
I'm all for skin removal surgery after weight loss. In fact, I am thinking of having skin removed on my upper arms but I am a little concerned about lymph nodes in that area. Trying the working out and eating clean route first tho.
I started putting fresh lemon really enjoy this freshness. I struggle with drinking water now I'm drinking close to 64 ounces a day!!! Love your channel
Hi I am new to your channel and I love your recipes I’m so glad u had this talk as I had weight loss surgery and experienced the same as you I then tried to put the weight back on but that didn’t work. I stayed at 170 from a 100 pd loss for years until menopause I can go in but don’t want to write a book just to say ty
I had an FDL tummy tuck in June 2023 took 10 pounds of skin and fat it was so worth it! I am not at my goal weight but it’s one of the best decisions since I was having rashes under my belly! ❤️
I love watching you. Did you and Donnie ever get married? ❤️
Myra, try putting sliced cucumber in a small net bag in your water. The taste is so refreshing.
Omg! I'm going to try this, thank you so much!
i was going to ask you if you had tummy tuck or liposuction…. appreciate your honesty
Can you do a weight loss before and after surgery pics?? I’ve lost almost 90lbs and thinking about surgery and would like to see your results and pros and cons and how you did with the surgery and scars! A lot of RUclipsrs post this stuff but I have been following you for years and if you’re comfortable with it I’d love to hear your input!!
Awesome job!!!! I'm at the point where I think I'll be going to the doc come spring. I lost 131lbs just by diet and exercise. Never ever did I think I'd be at this point where I think I need skin removal. My brain still hasn't caught up with the new me.
love it! my friend did the same thing recently lost over 100 pounds got rid of the skin. She looks amazing. We got to do what makes us feel good. I had a breast lift, and implants and facelift. no regrets! ❤
Thank you for your video, Mayra! How were your workouts when you were strict Keto? Did you find that you had enough energy during your workouts?
Yes because I focused more on protein. 💪🏼
I have diabetes type 1 and keto was a game changer. Not only for loosing weight but also to control my blood sugar levels. I reduce around 70% of my daily insulin dosage. Barely used fast acting insulin when going 10-20g carb/day. I was on keto for about 3 years and then covid came. I gave up keto, gained all weight back (plus some extra) and routine changed. I am going back to keto but little by little reducing carbs etc. keto just made me feel good and healthy and energetic. The right keto with actual good food not only based on cheese and fatty foods. Found your channel when searching for recipes for my journey to loose weight again. ❤ many on my list to try!
I've been following your low carb advice and I've lost 1.3kg so far! Do you have any tips on how to stop snacking? Will this decrease with time?
I love your channel. Great Recipes. Congrats on your weight loss Journey. You are breathtaking. I had weight loss surgery in 2008. I lost 400 pounds. I found some it since then. Haha
But I’ve kept most of it off. ❤