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missjaded44    71

missjaded44
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I am 3 years out and I am at my all time lowest weight! I have fluctuated over these years 10-15 pounds. I am beyond ecstatic at this accomplishment as I have undergone an excessive amount of stress and emotional turmoil. This is the best decision of my life. Use your tool, to lose!

Highest weight: 237

Today's weight: 142

Height: 5'3"

New Goal weight: 125- 130

I drink about 120 ounces of Water daily. Lean meats and veggies. Recently started training again. Circuit training and strength training. I have not had any plastics whatsoever. 100% natural all around.

Beauty hack for WLS patients. These 3 things have helped tremendously to reduce cellulite, rippling and smoothing the surface. The Nivea works amazing! I've lost nearly 100 pounds and no one can tell. The Preparation H works to reduce cellulite and contour as well. It's also good for bags under your eyes. The wrap helps me tighten my tummy bulge and shape my waist. Seriously folks, reasonably priced and worth the time. I usually apply twice daily, immediately after showering. It helps if you exfoliate well and apply compression of some form. The waist band, saran wrap or under armor. You can find at your local drugstore or Walmart.

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LaffeyTaffey    27

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You look great! I JUST joined this forum (I've been on gastricsleeve.com website for years). Great motivation! I'm almost down to 200 pounds, but my weight loss has slowed waaaay down in the last month or two.

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VSGAnn2014    12,992

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Hi, Laffey.

;)

Ann

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missjaded44    71

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You look great! I JUST joined this forum (I've been on gastricsleeve.com website for years). Great motivation! I'm almost down to 200 pounds, but my weight loss has slowed waaaay down in the last month or two.

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Thank you so much. When i set out on this course nearly 4 years ago i was certain it would take hard work and dedication. The most difficult part was the EMOTIONAL roller coaster, not the physical. Adapting to my new body, the newfound attention and the changes in dynamic of relationships is what posed more of a threat to my success than anything. Ive always been an emotional eater. So this journey forced me to really really really look deep inside to be my healthiest. Im by no means "cured" but I'm much better. One smart choice at a time. ????????????

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VSGAnn2014    12,992

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I dunno how "famous," but it's me. :)

I think you'll enjoy the conversations here. Some very nice people with some topics that range all over the place.

A.

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LaffeyTaffey    27

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I dunno how "famous," but it's me. :)

I think you'll enjoy the conversations here. Some very nice people with some topics that range all over the place.

A.

awesome! I enjoy a wide range of topics vs just a lot of new sleevers asking questions :)

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LipstickLady    25,682

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Hi, Laffey.

;)

Ann

Hi Ann! Is it the famous Ann from gastricsleeve.com ? :D

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I dunno how "famous," but it's me. :)

I think you'll enjoy the conversations here. Some very nice people with some topics that range all over the place.

A.

Plus, I'm here. :D

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Monie717    183

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Missjaded44....can you tell me more about the Prep H? Where did you apply it? How often?

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missjaded44    71

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Missjaded44....can you tell me more about the Prep H? Where did you apply it? How often?

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My critical cellulite areas are my thighs. ???????????? so I apply it there and put some sort of non breathable wrap. Saran or compression leggings. It's best to do at night. Wake up, remove the wrap, shower and slowly but surely it reduces the appearance of the cellulite. ????????????

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missjaded44    71

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Missjaded44....can you tell me more about the Prep H? Where did you apply it? How often?

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My critical cellulite areas are my thighs. ???????????? so I apply it there and put some sort of non breathable wrap. Saran or compression leggings. It's best to do at night. Wake up, remove the wrap, shower and slowly but surely it reduces the appearance of the cellulite. ????????????

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I also put it under my eyes when they are puffy. Mind you for hygienic reasons only a fresh tube used exclusively for this. ????????????

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missjaded44    71

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Missjaded44....can you tell me more about the Prep H? Where did you apply it? How often?

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My critical cellulite areas are my thighs. ???????????? so I apply it there and put some sort of non breathable wrap. Saran or compression leggings. It's best to do at night. Wake up, remove the wrap, shower and slowly but surely it reduces the appearance of the cellulite. ????????????

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-J320A using the BariatricPal App

I also put it under my eyes when they are puffy. Mind you for hygienic reasons only a fresh tube used exclusively for this. ????????????

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Also make sureto drink lots and lots of water!!!! You will sweat.

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jaxmom    644

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Oooooo I love all these beauty tips! My new favorite is coconut oil. I was giving some to the dog on a treat and figured "what the heck?" and smeared it on my arms, legs, face. I'm a product junkie (when I die I hope heaven is a combo of a dog park and a Sephora) and have lots of creams and potions. Well don't you know my skin looked and felt better than ever with that Trader Joes coconut oil right out of the jar? Granted the dog kept trying to lick me for several minutes but it worked!! Keep the tips coming ladies!!!

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Oooooo I love all these beauty tips! My new favorite is coconut oil. I was giving some to the dog on a treat and figured "what the heck?" and smeared it on my arms, legs, face. I'm a product junkie (when I die I hope heaven is a combo of a dog park and a Sephora) and have lots of creams and potions. Well don't you know my skin looked and felt better than ever with that Trader Joes coconut oil right out of the jar? Granted the dog kept trying to lick me for several minutes but it worked!! Keep the tips coming ladies!!!

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awesome. I've heard great things about it. I will try that.

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