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Spatz III 12 Month Balloon - Worth It
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Spatz III 12 Month Balloon - Worth It
moollynatorMay 4, 2019
WORTH IT
I was apart of the initial trial so the cost was cheaper than what it is now. I started at 195 lbs in November of 2017. I had no concept of what a healthy portion was, I ate whenever I wanted and what ever I wanted.
After I had the balloon in, I wasn't really taking it seriously and it showed (see MyFitnessPal graph). I had plateaued and for 3 months kept up with my lifestyle choices. I can see how people don't have results on a 6 month balloon. After I had a readjustment, I decided to actively change my diet and focus on portion control. I eat the same foods that I love, just at healthy portions now.
I had the balloon removed in November 2018, and a weight of 158 lbs. I have been able to keep the weight loss going and am actaully at a weight of 137 lbs as of writing this review.
Starting measurements:
Bust 39"
Waist 42'
Hips 46'
Thighs 43"
Current measurements:
Bust 30"
Waist 31"
Hips 35.5"
Thighs 35.5"
After I had the balloon in, I wasn't really taking it seriously and it showed (see MyFitnessPal graph). I had plateaued and for 3 months kept up with my lifestyle choices. I can see how people don't have results on a 6 month balloon. After I had a readjustment, I decided to actively change my diet and focus on portion control. I eat the same foods that I love, just at healthy portions now.
I had the balloon removed in November 2018, and a weight of 158 lbs. I have been able to keep the weight loss going and am actaully at a weight of 137 lbs as of writing this review.
Starting measurements:
Bust 39"
Waist 42'
Hips 46'
Thighs 43"
Current measurements:
Bust 30"
Waist 31"
Hips 35.5"
Thighs 35.5"
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Replies (6)
June 4, 2019
Did you regain weight after removing it. Any side effects / complications
June 23, 2019
I was able to lose an additional 25 lbs after my removal and have been able to maintain my current weight.
As for side effects, I had some pretty bad GERD anytime I overate. I had to take pantoprazole the entire time. I could also feel the balloon move around me and you could visible see it near the end (it created a noticeable hump).
So far my portion sizes have remained the same. I am not over eating again.
As for side effects, I had some pretty bad GERD anytime I overate. I had to take pantoprazole the entire time. I could also feel the balloon move around me and you could visible see it near the end (it created a noticeable hump).
So far my portion sizes have remained the same. I am not over eating again.
October 15, 2020
Where did you have this done? In the US? Congratulations
October 16, 2020
I got mine done in Toronto, Canada. I can say that I have kept the weight off and actaully got a 'mommy makeover'. Thank you.
March 7, 2022
After your balloon adjustent, did you have pain/nausea for the first few days, similar to the initial insertion? Or was your stomach already used to the feeling of the balloon in your stomach? Thanks
Way to go on your weight loss and keeping it off! I know it is so hard and takes a lot of dedication. You look amazing. Thanks for sharing your journey.