I am doing it to get rid of my diabetes and life a full life. My mom died from complications due to diabetes. She didn't have the courage to "change" anything. I'm doing this for me!!! I'm doing this for my kids!!! Health is wealth y'all 😊

I’m so happy I found this video! I lost 178lbs 12years ago. Ever since then I’ve saved and had various skin removal surgeries along the way. Many misinformed people have told me that I am being lazy for “taking the easy way out” because I’m not working out hard enough to tighten up my skin naturally. They also say that the scars are uglier than the loose skin. I said F@ck them all and I’m happy that I did. I was blessed with skin that scars “well” and willpower of steel to save money. It also helped that I speak Spanish and was able to contact doctors in Mexico and the Caribbean. Now I’m trim, happy and my quality of life has improved immeasurably.

@jt8142

4 жыл бұрын

J Foster: 👏 👏 👏

@pinkyhotmessx69

4 жыл бұрын

That's called ignorance. This is no way easy.

@echase416

4 жыл бұрын

Scars can be reduced someone with laser. Stretch marks can respond to microneedling [medical depths vs cosmetic or nano].

@echase416

4 жыл бұрын

J Foster It’s really important to get away from people who talk negatively to us like that, things such as calling someone lazy for having WLS. It is called Invalidation. Not acceptable. Part of learning to love ourselves is learning it’s OK to say ‘No’ or ‘Stop’, to people, who start coming at us this way.

@susan638

3 жыл бұрын

Misinformed, ignorant people are quick to judge other people. They should zip it. 🤐

I've lost 123 lb on intermittent fasting. It has taken me five years. I still have 30 lb to go. And I hardly have any loose skin. I am 59 years old. I exercise. That includes walking, dumbbells, dancing, meditation, etc. I don't drink my calories. You have to be disciplined. And you must want to want it. Good luck to everyone on their journey. Update! In regards to some of your questions, I can tell you that I fast for 16 hours a day. Breakdown; I don't eat 4 hours before I go to sleep. I sleep 8 hours and I don't eat the first 4 hours that I'm awake. I only eat two meals a day. I still eat very sensibly. I hardly eat meat now, but if I do it's no bigger than the size of the palm of my hand. I eat lots of vegetables. If you're trying not to make them boring, think about baking, stewing, stir frying your veggies and being creative with them. I'm turning 60 tomorrow and I still wish to lose about 27 lb, (I've lost 3 lb since this post). My skin still looks very healthy. I keep my skin hydrated with Aquaphor ointment besides drinking plenty of water. And because of the covid-19 I am exercising more at home and taking walks to stay fit. I hope this update answer some of your questions.

@shaunmichaels6801

4 жыл бұрын

Well done Cynthia for your massive achievement and thanks for the encouragement 😊

@MsNadua

4 жыл бұрын

That is the miracle of fasting. Fasting, especially dry fasting, is effective in losing weight without loose skin. It also triggers autophagy after certain days (3 days in non-obese people) through which body uses the old and infected cells as energy source paving the way for stem cell activation a little later.

@shaunmichaels6801

4 жыл бұрын

@@MsNadua Hi I think I will try fasting as well😊

@tacks9115

4 жыл бұрын

So true! There is this guy on instagram omarthaherfit, he lost 200 lbs in a year, but he lifted weights, ate low carb and did intermittent fasting. He looks amazing and even has a shirtless before and after pic. He doesn't show any loose skin. I lost 50 lbs and started to have loose skin bad on my legs. I started to eat clean and intermittent fast and the skin tightened up.

@cynthiamaldonado8051

4 жыл бұрын

@@tacks9115Thanks I just checked him out. Amazing results.

I wish more doctors were as blunt as you!! The truth hurts but is necessary!!

“Plastic surgery will not make you look the way you think you want to look. It will not make you look perfect. You will have scars” Dr V

@farhiyaa392

3 жыл бұрын

its okay! i'm fine with that! i mean look at the kardashians

Dr V: "that is bullsh*t!" Me: *hits subscribe* This is the doctor I've been looking for.

@pinkyhotmessx69

4 жыл бұрын

Right? Lol. I need me some Dr. V in my life

@angelslay529

3 жыл бұрын

Love it

@mikishoo6874

3 жыл бұрын

Isn’t he a doll... ❤️

@rubyjewelbailey3958

3 жыл бұрын

thats what im saying !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@gmailemail671

2 жыл бұрын

love Dr vuong is amazing at what he does so informative is he still in Albuquerque New Mexico 🌮🌮🌮🌯🌽🌽🥙🌵🌵🏜️🏜️🏜️

Lost 200 lbs. Spanx and push up bras are awesome! 👍

@michelleredd8440

4 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that, I am the beginning of my 150 lbs loss journey. I don't want any invasive procedures.

@syhteehiaslaughter5976

3 жыл бұрын

I just bought some my surgery is in 2 weeks

@cookeeee1962

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your hard work losing your ball'n chain (fat) !!

@pvillelde

3 жыл бұрын

@@syhteehiaslaughter5976 I hope you are doing well! Good luck to you.

@syhteehiaslaughter5976

3 жыл бұрын

I am doing well thanks for asking!! By t I bought my spandex in the wrong size (first time buying them)

"Plastic surgery will not make you look perfect " ...love your honesty

As soon as he started talking about the money all my worries vanished! Why wouldn’t I invest in my body! I spend it on everything else so why not? I am looking forward to this badge of honor!

I came by your channel by fluke and I had to say how cool it is to hear someone speak about the process in a down-to-earth and realistic way. Thank you for making us laugh while giving us some hard truths. Keep up the great job. (All the way from Australia)

I actually put the money that I AND my husband (he quit with me) spent on cigarettes, since we had to quite for surgery, that was $13 a day for us, and we put that in an account with interest, that is where my skin surgery is coming from. I am stoked!

@manufacturedfracture

4 жыл бұрын

You can and will do it

@CarolReidCA

4 жыл бұрын

@rj zander May not be any interest in a savings account, yet you still have to save somewhere. Sometimes by "savings", especially today, people mean keeping that money aside, whether in an IRA, invested in stocks, bonds, etc., or elsewhere.

@pennyupson6000

4 жыл бұрын

Good for you! That was a win win decision.

@nurseypoo5

4 жыл бұрын

rj zander 🙄

@lillknapp93

2 ай бұрын

I just found these videos within the last couple of weeks. Had my surgery the first week in march. Never too late! great information! All stuff I need to know!

I'm selling all of my plus size clothes and even my shoes to help towards my tummy tuck!

@mobutter2879

4 жыл бұрын

Just stop eating. Fasting is the best way to support your body and expenses. Look into extended fasting and it’s benefits.

@amandalauren4167

3 жыл бұрын

I should do the same. I have a ton of nice items.

@mandelharvey3429

3 жыл бұрын

@@mobutter2879 have you seen the movie Fasting On Amazon prime? Because just saying fasting is dangerous to the extreme. As many deadly ways to fast as healthy.

We would NEVER get a doctor in the UK who would give such sensible and relatable advice as this. Dr Vuong you are a wonderful doctor and your patients are very lucky to have you. Thank you so much for your inspiring talk.

@gailturnerrickman8917

Жыл бұрын

Is UK socialized medicine?

Some of us have tried very hard to lose weight. I'm now 68 and surgery is the only way left to protect my heart and joints. I'm glad some of you can lose and keep it off. I haven't been able to. Don't put us down, nor our decision.

@lapismosi8065

9 ай бұрын

I'm 65 and just now getting ready for it...

This guy is one of the realest doctors you might ever see on the internet. Everything he actually teaches makes perfect sense!

2020 VSG and now 2022, recovering from my makeover...Totally worth it!

You gotta love Dr. V! Dear doctor, you are a plain spoken gentleman with real life suggestions. Seems every doctor I speak has a high falutten attitude and looks down on regular folks like me. Next time you make the case for prioritizing future spending (new car vs loose skin removal), don't forget to mention DEPRECIATION on that "new car". That new car you're thinking about buying won't be worth the cost of rusted steel at a metal recycling yard in 20 years. On the other hand, when you've invested money on you, your self confidence, health, even your outlook on life itself are given a huge boost and people will notice. This is the true comparison that needs to be made!

Who's hatin' on you? Not me. Thanks for the advice. I'm gonna start saving now.

Yes the loose skin was a big thing for me psychologically. No one prepared me for that. As a matter of fact I felt I looked better heavy than I did thinner. I lost 80 lbs and quit losing bc of the loose skin. So now I’m trying to lose my 30 lbs and get over my pity party. Thank you Dr. V.

@foxiefair123

11 ай бұрын

I’m at the party, too.😂

Definitely lots of loose skin, but right now I can live with it.

Omg!! This video is both informative & scary 😖😫

@kristiedouresseaux-saine9943

Жыл бұрын

He scared me. I just had mine. I'm only 4 days post op & I'm freaking out

WOW, Dr. Vuong called me out!! I'm a month away from surgery, and I've kept thinking if I work out enough and don't lose the full amount of excess weight, then I won't have loose skin. I was wrong. Thank you for the wake up call!!

Love this plethora of information that you are giving us.I've gotten way more information from you and your videos and books. You are really great to take the time to explain everything and give us the unvarnished truth. I wish I could have you for a doctor.

I appreciate how real you tell it. Thank you for all the hope, optimism and strategy!

Thank you for the eye opening information. Just what I needed at the right time. Today is the day I start saving.

Thank you Dr Vuong for your information and caring about validating our concerns. You are amazing!

Dr Vuong thank you for these insightful and matter of fact presentations. I am Australian, a family Dr, just had a gastric sleeve after 2 yrs of thinking, have patients who have both succeeded and failed to live life as a normal person, but I have never seen any info as helpful as your videos. Thank you!!!!! Jo Woodford

Thank you so much for explaining this so well. I've lost 135 pounds and have 36 more to get my goal. I do have bat wings and lots more saggy skin elsewhere. I wear it all as a badge of honor. I've changed my entire life. Your videos have been very informative and inspiring. Thank you again!

Thank you so much for the positive ideas and feedback I had wLS in June and I have been worried how I was going to be able to save money without struggling so much bc I am a single mother and made the decision to get wLs to be not only a good role model but to be a health and happy person inside and out

Someday vs Day 1 ! Love this! 10.00 a day here I go!

I love your car analogy... when you were cracking up about how much a Honda Civic costs 😂 But you are so right about the investment of a car vs your body! So good

Love the money back idea! Thank you.

I really wish you practiced in Nashville! I love your passion and compassion.

I just love your realistic approach.

Great and honest video on the subject. I know I will need surgery. I do intermittent fasting, but after 3 babies and 18yrs of being 80lb overweight, no amount of fasting removes the loose skin. I am saving up for it

In the process of pursuing WLS and I really appreciate what you went over here and will watch more of your videos while on this journey. Thank you

Thank you so much for this video! This was very valuable to me.

Love this and all of the other information you have given me. Thank you

This was sooo great! For those who didn't listen till end you missed out on a great secret! Thanks Doc 😊

Absolutely loved this video. Thank you for all of the good advice. I had the gastric bypass

I so appreciate your honesty and what I feel is a genuine caring for people.thank you.

I love how honest you are with all your videos. I’m pre-op right now. I love that you don’t sugar coat topics.

"Plastic surgery will not make you look the way you're imagining it in your head". Perfect way to say this! I am researching WLS and what is the best/safest option for me. I choose day 1!!!

Love it, love it , love it. Thank you. Its honest, real and sets the right expectation.

I'm scared of loose skin, but I'm scared of leaving this world to young more! I have been big all my life and honestly have pretty good self confidence. Im so scared I'm going to loose that once my body changes.

Bravo. Real talk. I am preop… I started off this video at tears in my eyes knowing the realities ahead of me. But when you started doing Asian math I got excited and totally relieved knowing that this is totally achievable. Thank you so much.

This is the best advice i have ever heard! Thank you!

‘It’s a badge of honour’. Amazing. Thank you Dr V 🥰

This is so great!!! THANK YOU!

Thank you for sharing this, it was much appreciated. 🤘

Absolutely one of the most valuable pieces of information I could possibly have the pleasure to receive! THANK YOU Dr V

I am here for ALL of this!

Thanks for al that info!! Im going to start saving 🥰

I love Dr V. My life has changed so much because of his teachings.

You’re so insightful. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge

You are great teacher Dr V. Thank you😁

Excellent, excellent video Doc!! Thank you for all you are doing to help all of us. I am just contemplating wls for chronic joint issues in my legs. My ortho doc is referring me for the surgery, yet I’m so apprehensive!! Your videos are exactly what I need. Thank you! Thank you! Again, For what you are doing to help us. Your a God send!

Although I was looking into tips and knowledge about loose skin your take and tips on saving money was eye opening. Such an easy way to save. Thanks.

Thank you so much Dr.V you have given so much great information on your expertise plus more Thank You and God Bless You.

I love the way you kept it 💯

Wow! Fantastic advice! Thank you!

I shared it and thank you so much! This is my first video and it was great!

Thank you for the great advice very informative I'm glad I watched til the end .

Thank you. I never thought about it like that. I found my coffee jar already. Thanks alot.💓💓💓💓💓💓

Thank you for all the info! You’re funny as well!

You are UH MAZING DR I’m going to start the debit card trick with myself! That’s a very good idea!

Thank you for putting it in perspective! Im not even close to being ready. Yet researching things and wrapping my thoughts around it to begin preparing. I NEVER thought or dreamed I would be here having to consider this. Laziness wasnt my problem. Health issues and medicines have been my saving and my downfall. Steroids 10 lbs here 10 lbs there. Pain and movement issues. Ugh! Cancer, asthma, heart, joint, blood pressure things are getting worse. Hey wake up call, I can barely move at 250 lbs do something. Dont keep letting the excuses and fear keep you from getting your life back. Face the hard stuff and fight. Tricking my mind and doctors to get out of the way of keeping me unhealthy has been a challenge. I had faced a problem last year that nearly killed me. My stomach was so massive from a major bleed a 36 lb or greater hematoma that took over half a year to get down. It took several major surgeries and with covid 19 caused me to have to wait longer for therapy. Its going to be hard. But...I am worth it! Thank you for helping me look at this obstacle as something I can and should do. I had drs tell me one thing and a surgeon tell me another. Its not going to stop me. I will have to battle to find a dr to help me. I couldnt even get therapy until I found a specific way to ask for it. I was told there was nothing that could be done. The best you can do is be well informed. Research, research, research. Dont let anyone keep you from being the best you you can be! Thank you Dr V!

Thank you for this information. I love your candor.

YOU'RE AMAMZING! THANK YOU😊 YOU ROCK🌟

Thank you so much for the awesome information.

My most FAVORITE guy, Dr. V!

I’m really happy I came across your video. It really put things in perspective and I need to do more research for Missouri

Thank you Dr for dumbing down and bring honest and real.

Thank you Dr. Vuong for sharing your videos with great advice! I've had surgery done and I'am still working on reaching my goal! I really enjoy your videos! I do follow up on my surgeon and his crews health plan, but I also want to learn more that may work better for me to succeed through my journey!

Duck Vuong, I'm going to my 1st Bariatric Surgery weight loss seminar next week. I'm nervous but at the same time excited. I've gotten to a point in my life where I need help losing weight. I'm not getting younger so I gotta do something. Thank you for your insight and information regarding the surgery, plastic surgery and finances. You are amazing and a blessing.

@bevandted

4 жыл бұрын

I lost 60 on my own I'm stick 223 at 5 foot tall obese about to go into my seminar and get this done

omg this dr is awesome 💪🏻💪🏻love all his informative videos

Best video ever! Thank you

Good idea dr. vuong! Great advice!

you are amazing - you put so much care into this thank you

Very good video. Answered a lot of questions I didn't know I had. I'm just beginning the surgical weight loss journey and I wish you were my doctor. 🙂

Thank you so much for making this video. It helped me out so much.. I’m in a weight loss class now and this Nov 2019 is my last weigh in, then I move on to see a psych doctor to move on with my weight loss surgery (the sleeve). Thanks again 🙏

@lindahall95

4 жыл бұрын

Been there.Dr.will try to trick you up like..DO YOU EXPECT THIS SURGERY TO SOLVE YOUR PROBLEMS KINDA.YOU SAY SOFTLY. NO BUT IT IS THE START FOR ME TO REACH MY GOALS IN LIFE.IT IS MY FIRST STEP TO GET GOING.BE SURE YOU SAY WORDS LIKE..HEALTHY GOALS AND STAYING GOAL ORIENTED.I KNOW.I LOST 110 LAST YEAR.FEEL GREAT NO MEDS AND NOW I HAVE A REALY GREAT LIFE.

This video right here is what made me subscribe to your channel. I love your personality. I really didn’t care for doctors. I felt as if when they explained something it was kinda misleading BUT after see this video I hope more doctors take your approach seriously people needs to hear things going on with their body and life like this CLEAR cut. ❤ THANK YOU!

This was great. Thank you

Love this Dr V doesn't sugar coat shyt LOVE IT

Thank you Dr. V for sharing this Amazing Video with us for that we are immensely grateful 🙏 💝

Thanks Dr V for showing me a way to make my weight loss complete. Today is my day 1.

Great information. Thank you.

28:20 facts! You are so dope Dr. Vuong!

I am pre op and I luckily started saving for my plastics already and I came across an ad for the digit app. I love it. I set up the daily limit of $2 and it’s just boom completely out of my control and yeah I don’t miss it at ALL.

You’re the best doc ❤

Thank you for this video!! I was just praying about this and found your video. You have given me hope instead of fear. :)

@willystilly

2 жыл бұрын

Well said.

Thank you. That was awesome to hear and needed. Funny me and my wife was just talking about this very subject this morning. I hate to say she echoed everything you just said. Now I have to tell her she was right but after listening to your talk that will be much easier. It’s not someday for me it’s TODAY. Again thank you.

Thanks so much for this!!! Helped me put so much into perspective!!!!!!! ❤

Ty for this message, I am just now seeing the psychological struggle dealing with loose skin. Guess I didn't think there would be so much, I have terrible elasticity. 😪

Great info. A broke single mother friend of mine used this principle years ago and came out great.

I think this has been very helpful for me. I have lost 30 lbs and still have 110 lbs to go and loose skin is a big concern for me. I will definitely start saving and $10/day is very doable! I live in Texas and I will definitely be going to New Mexico if skin removal surgery is needed. Thank you Dr.

Hey Dr. I love your videos. PLEASE do a video on HOW to appeal Bariatric Surgery EXCLUSIONS on insurance policy’s ! Thanks

Thanks so much for that valuable advice. I am having the gastric sleeve done in two days and I feel very nervous about it

Day one today thanks!!!💞

Thank you for explaining so much of this…it was nice when your compassionate side would peek out-it kept me watching. I am a hopeful pre-op in the pre auth stage