Regina W - 3 Year Update*

Hi JoAnne, I have been done losing weight for a couple of years now.. I have had 2 rounds of plastic surgery (facial and Mommy makeover)and my 3rd last round of plastics (arm and thighs) August 2nd. I hope my pictures get some more to come get the procedure. I lost 100 pounds!

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Daisy E - 9 Month Update*

Good morning JoAnne sorry it's taken me this long to reply, it's been a crazy schedule with summer time and work! But here is a picture collage timeline from the start to my six month mark .From the start of my journey August '22 (pre-surgery) weight was 351.8 and by the end of April weight was 253.8 so a total of 98lbs lost.Right now I'm sitting at a 243.8 with total loss of 108lbs!! Can't wait to share my next follow up with you!

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Rebecca J - 2 Year Update*

I feel great!  I've lost 194 pounds and my weight loss has stalled for now.  I would like to lose another 10 pounds maybe but I'm okay where I'm at. (UPDATE:  I feel great and I'm just 4 pounds away from my goal).I've started to look into plastics for my arms and other loose skin.  Still the best decision I've ever made!  I started at 372 lbs and I'm currently 178lbs. Size 4-5x to size MEDIUM.Thank you!  

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Shannon D - 4 Year Update*

Hello Joanne! Thanks for checking in, I am doing great! I started at 220 pounds at my highest weight. My goal was 140 and I am exactly that! I'm holding strong right there 4 years later!!

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Lane S - 5 year Update*

I am not certain exactly on my weight loss. I was over 300, probably around 310 by the time I had surgery.  I lost down to 165 and it was just too thin. I moved it gradually back to 180.  Now I hover between 175 and 180 and I'm happy with this. So I lost 135 at least initially.  My blood sugar issues have been under control with no meds since.

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Kate M - 2 Year Update*

Lost 70 lbs. I'm pretty consistent weighting between 125-129 now.

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Michael H - 6 Month Update*

Last October I was 370 lbs. At time of surgery Jan 18th, I was 342 lbs. Currently I am at 267 lbs.

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Shelly B - 1 Year Update*

I've lost 104 lbs since my surgery and it's still a few weeks shy of a year. Half the size of my highest weight!!

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Victoria B - 6 Month Update*

I'm great! Lost over 100 pounds

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Tracy W - 2 Year Update*

Good morning!  This is Tracy W. and I just wanted to give you a 2 year update. My anniversary is not until July 23rd but it crossed my mind and don't want to forget. I have lost 190 pounds so far.

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Nivia D - 2 Year Update*

Hello there, thank you for reaching out. I'm doing just fine.I'm weighing 120 pounds and feeling great.

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Amandaleah S-1 Year Update*

Hey there! Yes it has almost been a year! I can't believe it!. I am down to 160lbs from my highest weight of 234. From a size 16/18 to a 10/12. I feel a lot better. Thank you for what yall do. I've had zero problems since surgery.

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Jenny A - 4 Year Update*

I'm done losing. I maintain 130. I love my results. Thank you for checking on me.

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Joanna G - 1 Year Update*

I just weighted myself today and have gone down to 145 pounds (from 210)

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Deanna F - 2 Year Update*

I weigh 119 now. I had skin removal on my stomach in april and a breast reduction, down to a c cup. I will have my arms and legs done when I get back from my cruise in July but yes, I am still loosing weight. I'm a size 0 from 400lbs and living and awesome life but I'm into kids clothes because I'm a 0 pant size and xs shirt and jackets.

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Kim S - 2 Year Update*

I'm doing great and feeling good! Im maintaining my weight between 120-125 lbs. 

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Jennifer H - 2 Year Update*

Hello Joanne! I'm doing great! I lost a total of 75 pounds and I am just maintaining. I'm happy where I'm at. I wanted to lose more, I hit a plateau stopped losing weight, life got busy but I was okay with where I was. I finally was able to catch my breath and started working out again so I'm hoping I can lose the 10-15 pounds on my own now. I never did this to be a super skinny or a size 2, I just wanted to be comfortable and confident and I finally am.

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Barbara C - 2 Year Update*

Hello JoAnne. It is very good to hear from you. I am doing wonderful.  I have been maintaining between 190-195. I am happy with that weight. I am still glad and very happy with my results. 

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Kelly M - 2 Year Update*

Hi Joanne. I am maintaining. I had gotten down to 126ish but now I stay around 132/133. I still am not able to eat a ton and get full quickly. Those are still good addresses for me.  Here's a comparison photo of June 2021 to May 2023 And thank you. It's helped a ton and I feel much better.

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Kamesia B - 2 Year Update*

Hi I'm good.. thanks for checking in on me! I fluctuate between 196-201 I think my beginning weight was 260 prior sx...

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Rebbeca B - 2 Year Update*

I am not losing anymore and maintaining around 180 (started about 276).  Things have been great for me!

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Jesse R - 1 Month Update*

I'm down 40 pounds in one month!

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Maeghan M - 1 Year Update*

I'm down about 90 lbs. I've been on a stall and have started to incorporate more exercise and weightlifting. I'm very happy with my progress. Thank you for everything.

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Jelisa S - 3 Year Update*

I'm doing well. I have lost 120 pounds. That's all the weight I want to lose. Just maintaining.

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Jessica A - 6 Month Update*

81lbs down

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Sarah H - 1 Year Update*

Hi JoAnne! I am about 90lbs down and 6 pant sizes! I went from 2xl to med/small in shirts! I am very happy with the progress I have made. I am in the gym about 5 days a week strength training and can see muscle definition! I am thankful I was able to get the surgery done.

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Linda S - 1 Year Update*

Everything is going well. I've lost 100 pounds.

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Heidi L - 2 Year Update*

Hello!! I'm doing good. I hit my lowest weight probably 9 months after surgery. It was around 125. I've actually been worried about regain and im totally off track. I'm 146 now but I'm actually trying out a juice cleanse this week. And then figured I can go back to basics and portion control after. I will. I just need to cut out sofa, tea, sugar, and watch my carbs and bread intake and I should be ok to hit my goal by September. But gosh looking at my old photos is definitely a motivator. 

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Ariana M - 4 Year Update*

I'm doing great thank you, I stopped losing at about my 2 year mark losing 110 lbs and ended up getting pregnant the beginning of 2021 gained 20 lbs from that and a year later I'm back down to pre baby weight and maintaining with eating healthy and working out! And yes I always tell people about how amazing you guys are, so hopefully I've sent plenty of people your way!You guys are the best! And thank you for all the help and support throughout this wonderful and life changing experience!

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Keisha L - 2 Year Update*

I'm doing good. And I have lots a total of 165 pounds

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Letisha F - 4 Year Update*

Currently at 230lbs which is my lowest
I was 423 before the surgery.

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Reina E - 2 Year Update*

I've lost 75 pounds and would like to lose another 25 pounds. 

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Alicia B - 2 Year Update*

Hi JoAnne! I'm doing great and maintaining my weight loss! I'm currently 172 and have been holding at this weight for months. I would love to make it down to 150. This will happen as my body adjusts out, I think. I'm not done losing and I'm always going to be looking for ways to keep improving.

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Courtney F - 2 Year Update*

Hey! I'm down to 149 lbs!

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Erica L - 1 Year Update*

I'm doing great! I've lost 96 pounds overall.

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Linda R - 3 Year Update*

I lost 225 pounds. Thanks to you and your staff and my determination I am forever grateful.

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Tristynn F - 6 Month Update*

Hello JoAnne! Everything is going great. I'm down to 298. I've lost a total of 150 since we started this journey in August. I'm down 120lbs since surgery. Things are going great!

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Evelyn F - 8 Month Update*

Hi JoAnne. Here's an updated pic as I had promised. I'm now weigh 185# and am wearing a size 14-16 in clothing. I feel soooo much better! Thank you!

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Jennifer E - 2 Year Update*

I am doing fantastic! I am down 100 pounds and feel terrific! I just got engaged and am very excited to begin this new chapter in my life.Here are a couple of pics from before and now! Thank you so much for all of your support over the past two years!

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Autumn K - 2 Year Update*

Doing well still maintaining my weight at 145 would like to be 140 but I have been lazy with my workout. I recommend BeLiteWeight constantly. Also, my husband and I just took a six week vacation through Europe walking 5 miles a day boy we were so glad not to be overweight.

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Gerardo R - 1 Year Update*

Hello, it's been great. I'm down 165 pounds and still going to the gym 5 sometimes 6 days a week... I'm addicted to it and love how I feel and look. 

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Catalina - 4 Year Update*

Hello from  Costa Rica Joanne !!

I'm on a vacation and in the best shape of my life!!! Ever!!  At 57 years old. I never EVER ever believed that I would be this healthy at this age and in a sense reverse my aging and all the damage that I did to my body from being obese for over 30 years .

I'm so pleased and happy with the way I look and feel!! I'm so glad I had the opportunity to do the RNY through Be-lite and the doctors in Mexico. My entire experience was flawless ...Well except for my new digestive system ....It definitely took me a few years to get used to my new system but I think I've got a handle on it as this is my four year celebration of being healthy.

I wonder if you have a before picture of me (?) , I certainly don't know where any are and I'd love to share the comparison. At my highest I was 250 pounds. I'm currently maintaining at 118lbs since surgery recovery & got down to 110lbs was my lowest weight.

Although I was obese for many years, I was a fairly healthy obese person, never on any medication's so I was lucky there.

I am now in Pilates teacher training and doing Pilates consistently for the last five years as well as swimming , walking and riding my bike has really helped to reshape my body. I will send you a video of me last week here at the thermal spa in Costa Rica. I thank you so much for your continued support and encouragement as well as any guidance I might need .

If you would like to use my story as one of your many success stories I am free to share more information and photos.

Pura Vida

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Karen R - 3.75 Year Update*

Yes. I’m down to 122! I have kept it off for quite a while now.  I feel really good. 

I was 199 on the day of my surgery when I weighed in at the hospital.   

I kept this picture because I absolutely hate it and reminds me how far I’ve come to get my skinny body back.

Aloha from my vacation in Hawaii!

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Shelby H - 2 Year Update*

Hi JoAnne, I'm doing great! Lost 147 pounds and was a little too thin (was going through a lot of stressful situations w/family and work) and once I got all of that situated, I gained 10 back but am still very healthy and where I think I should be. Maintaining great now And ... due to better life choices, eating much more fruit, veggies and lean meats, my husband has also lost 65 lbs.!

So grateful for my second chance at life! I needed this surgery, in hope it would alevate my back pain, as my only other option was spinal surgery (injury for a head on car accident) and it worked!!! I could hardly walk before and now I'm running, playing sports, traveling and LIVING life once again. Thank you all!

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Monica S - 4 Year Update*

Hi JoAnne! I'm doing great! I've maintained my 40 pound loss, fluctuating 5-7 pounds which I hear is normal. My contact info is all correct! Would do it all again in a heart beat!

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Jennifer L - 1 Year Update*

I am doing great. This has been a remarkable journey.

I have gone from 231 to 147 in the last year. Size 16 to a 4/6. I feel amazing!!

And all of this with very little loose skin. I'm happy to wear shorts this year for the first time in probably 20 years!

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Michelle H - 4 Year Update*

I am doing great. I initially lost 65lbs then intentionally gained a little back.I am no longer pre diabetic, no more high blood pressure no longer have congestive heart failure and I have way less inflammation and pain in my body and large joints. I feel great and would definitely recommend it to anyone overweight who cannot lose and maintain the weight loss.

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Maggie L - 1 Year Update*

Hi JoAnne!

I'm down 55 lbs from surgery and am loving this tool and how much it's changed my life! I am back to my regular exercise routine which has stalled my weight loss a bit but my clothes are still fitting bigger and bigger so I'm trying not to focus too much on the scale!Yes those are still my current mailing and email addresses. Thanks so much for reaching out! Photos - Pre surgery, last March(I'm on the right) and for the 1 year this is the best one I could find - still getting used to being okay in front of the camera rather than just behind it!!

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