I had the sleeve in February and like yourself I only wish I had done it sooner. I was a type 2 diabetic taking 4 insulin injections daily. As of my discharge date from the hospital I no longer on insulin. I went from an A1C of 14.1 to 5.6 I consider that #Winning. Great job Darius and continued success on your journey.
You look Amazing! I have considered that procedure as well. The only reason that I may not do it is that I have lost over 60 pounds on my own. It is a lifestyle change and takes discipline For me my issues with weight has a lot to do with "not what I'm eating but what is eating me". Blessings to you!! Keep doing what are doing!! You only have one life to live ENJOY it!!
I also had weight loss surgery (Duodenal Switch) and wish I did it sooner. I’m seven years post op and have lost a whole person, literally. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not an easy way out. I love the new healthier me!!
What about I am happy for you! You did what works for you. I am in the beginning stages preparing for the VSG. Thanks for allowing us to be apart of your journey! Continued success to you. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Darius you look amazing! I am so glad you have found what works for you and are in your “happy place!” Also....your decor is EVERYTHING!! Absolutely beautiful!!
I'm so PROUD of you. Also about your veneers. I lost you for awhile but I'm so happy I found you here. Premium Protein Shakes are prescribed by professional dietitians post sleeve surgery. Only 1gm of sugar with ALLLLLL the nutrients and vitamins you need. The shakes are great on the fly they taste amazing I use them daily.
I have two more appointments before I pick a surgical date! Leaning towards the sleeve and I’m so excited ❤️❤️ so nice to hear such a positive personal story!! Thank you!
Sooooo glad you did this and can't wait to see you continue to slim down. Get healthy and stay healthy for life ! You can get down another 90 pounds with out any issues
Congratulations baby! So far, you've done a fabulous job! I knew I had not seen you for a couple of years, and when I saw you on KevinOnStage, I was like, 'I know that guy,' but I couldn't put my finger on your name because your facial features had dramatically changed. As the interview continued on, you started talking about food & I associated U to your TH-cam site. Keep up the good work with your diet, exercise, and stay active--just shut the door to depression. When it tries to come upon you, shake it off! You're a bad boy! CELESTE MOORE, formerly from CHGO; ATL Peach since 1990. . . Welcome to the ATL!
You look good. I just started watching your channel you make amazing meals Im getting fat just watching them. Awesome you man. Just growing up with grandma and being in the kitchen with her has blessed you to sure with us Love you.
New Subbie here form H-Town, I'm just in love with you, thanks for sharing your story...I know it's hard and the struggle is real...You look amazing....Keep up the good work…
Ur right about vegans. Also,your right you eat what you can afford.Good luck with your journey! I had gastrointestinal bypass in 2015 my health better diabetes gone ir almost killed me! So great decisions .
Let it be known, you were and are a very handsome, FINE, man. I enjoy watching you at any weight and your weight loss journey is inspiring. Thank you for sharing this update with us.
*CONGRATULATIONS MY BROTHA!! I think you're beautiful regardless. If this is what you felt you needed to do then great...not knocking you at all. Continue getting better and better and better.* ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
Wooooow, this made me cry! I’m so happy for you! Coming from Chicago when we were craving ur jalapeño cornbread I think it was, or u were putting actual corn in your cornbread, it was one of those. Seeing u over that many years and your weight lost journey, and you are now at this point. I’m like omg, I didn’t even think it was you, I was like is that a guest? I hope to call u soon cuz I do have a few questions, peace!
Good for you!! You look great! I don’t believe in denying oneself, especially with food...moderation is the key. Continue to do what makes “you” happy with life. Did I say you looking good already?☺️
U look great.. So never mind those rude and ignorant people with they're lack of knowledge. At the end of the day u do what is best for u. Keep up the great work!!
Sleever here! Got sleeved July 2016 and best decision of my life. Height 5'0 HW: 245 SW : 235 CW 145 I went from a size 22 to a size 6. Can I ask you did you have a food funeral and what was your last meal?
Bro. for real... you look great! I am happy for you. I had my gastric bypass in Sept. 2016 and I am down 66 pounds. At my highest I was 297 and at my lowest 231. I am up a little to 242: life happens! Struggling to get these last 42 pounds off. But as your sign says in the background... I'm possible! Keep up the great work on YOU!!!
I've been watching your channel for a few weeks lol I was on a water only fast and would watch cooking videos too curb my hunger lol but I've lost 60lbs in 40 days and feel great it wasn't that easy but had to do it to get my bp in check I'm not where I want to be but definitely not where I was. Gonna start a 20 day fast here in a few days to get even lower. Started out at 347 now I'm at 283 my goal is 215
God bless you you look great! I did a consolation but out of fear, I backed out of the surgery. Prayerfully I can lose the weight without it but if not surgery it is.
Oh wow. I didn't realize you had already had the procedure when I posted last week. Carb sensitivity and insulin resistance is very real. I'd gain weight on a Vegan diet because of both of those issues. The Keto WOE has been my saving grace. I'm glad the procedure is working for you. You look great! Congrats on your new journey to health. I agree, surgery is not the easy way out. I mentioned Keto in the last video, because I felt it was the safer option, not because surgery is easy. So I'm sorry if that offended you. That wasn't it at all. Surgery comes with its own set of side effects. Everyone I know that did it have issues either over eating or under eating to the point of malnourishment. You look healthy though and that's wonderful. Keep it up. 👍🏽
I am a person blessed with a metabolism that's afforded me a lifestyle others would love! It's a curse to me, because I am able to eat things without the benefit of gaining weight. However, it doesn't exclude me from eating a balanced diet. I, like most humans can't indulge too much. If I eat too much sodium...I risk potential hypertension. If I eat too much sugar...I risk potential diabetes. I have both chronic diseases on both sides of my family. It is a heredity thing. But, my lifestyle has been...look do what you got to do, so that someone won't have to tell you can't do it. I have obesity throughout my family and it is a disease! A chronic disease, that leads to other chronic diseases! Darius good on you that you had the mean and the resources to take charge of your health and future. Without your health....you really don't have anything. It is paramount! It is wealth as much as money! Kudos! Good luck and I always enjoy your blogs, videos and happy cooking!
Look obesity has a insurance billing code. Yes it's a disease. I am having the surgery hopefully in November. You are giving me encouragement thank you for being transparent.
Lol! Love this. Thank you. I'm planning on getting surgery in October or November this year. So funny when you said "the bacon be good" how do you resist fried chicken after the surgery?
Hey Darius...you remind me of me...lineman material. I think obesity is a disease. When I went from a solid 250 to about 350 over a number of years. I am now 58 years old and going under the knife in two months. I have been at 350 for about 10 years and I am quite sure my brain will not let me lose the weight. It's like my thermostat is stuck at 350. Thanks for your video. Have a good day from Southern California.
Me and my wife started my journey this thursday 3/16/23 and it hurt that one of our friends said i wish you would choose a healthier route. Im like your only mad your losing your eating buddy. He disagreed and said doing what im doing is not the healthiest option that i should try diets yet they have watched me try and fail diets the past 4 or 5 years and here i am at 370 lbs wanting to do better for myself being type 2 diabetic with high blood pressure and other health problems
Im so happy for you! Im one month out and down 27lbs since. I recently went back to work. Ididn't think about frozen meals. Which one(s) would you recommend are healthier for you? Low in sodium? Low carb? I'm having trouble now getting my protein and liquids in 🤦🏾♀️ its hard because I'm never hungry or thirsty lolol.
I had the sleeve in February and like yourself I only wish I had done it sooner. I was a type 2 diabetic taking 4 insulin injections daily. As of my discharge date from the hospital I no longer on insulin. I went from an A1C of 14.1 to 5.6 I consider that #Winning. Great job Darius and continued success on your journey.
Demetria Carson WINNING!!! Great job
I'm going under surgery in two more days and you just made me feel so much better
Update?
Living a long healthy life is the best reason! Amen
Weightloss surgery is a tool a great tool to managed your weightloss. I had weightloss surgery and i love it. No, It's not the easy way out
Love your transparency about this subject! 💯
You look Amazing! I have considered that procedure as well. The only reason that I may not do it is that I have lost over 60 pounds on my own. It is a lifestyle change and takes discipline For me my issues with weight has a lot to do with "not what I'm eating but what is eating me". Blessings to you!! Keep doing what are doing!! You only have one life to live ENJOY it!!
Good for you, kid. You did what’s best for you. You sound like you feel fabulous.
You look amazing. You made the best decision for you. Praying that you can keep your commitment to your health.
I love your explanation and you have an amazing delivery! I am happy for you and your decision.
I also had weight loss surgery (Duodenal Switch) and wish I did it sooner. I’m seven years post op and have lost a whole person, literally. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not an easy way out. I love the new healthier me!!
Congratulations my brother on your weight loss success so far😎... God bless...
What about I am happy for you! You did what works for you. I am in the beginning stages preparing for the VSG. Thanks for allowing us to be apart of your journey! Continued success to you. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Darius you look amazing! I am so glad you have found what works for you and are in your “happy place!” Also....your decor is EVERYTHING!! Absolutely beautiful!!
Looking good man. Wishing you the best at whatever your weight goal is.
Thank you your honesty and transparency you look great!
I'm so PROUD of you. Also about your veneers. I lost you for awhile but I'm so happy I found you here. Premium Protein Shakes are prescribed by professional dietitians post sleeve surgery. Only 1gm of sugar with ALLLLLL the nutrients and vitamins you need. The shakes are great on the fly they taste amazing I use them daily.
I have two more appointments before I pick a surgical date! Leaning towards the sleeve and I’m so excited ❤️❤️ so nice to hear such a positive personal story!! Thank you!
Thanks for your video..
I'm looking forward to having Gastric sleeve in July 2023 for healthy new life after having a stroke!
Congratulations to you❤
Excellent update. Keep taking great care of yourself!
Sooooo glad you did this and can't wait to see you continue to slim down. Get healthy and stay healthy for life ! You can get down another 90 pounds with out any issues
Thanks for being so honest about your journey
I'll be having the surgery before the end of the year. Im so glad I looked up post op stories . Thank you so much to ease my mind.
Super happy for you and thanks for sharing your story! I got a great laugh @ 4:11 since that's my struggle. Continued success and weight loss!
Congrats and good luck with the rest of your journey
I love it my VSG brother,. Some of the points you made were pertaining to myself. I'm 4yrs post op. You look fantastic
DANG!!!!! U LOOK GREAT!!! Keep up the wk, so proud of u putting U first
God Bless You Darius! You look amazing. Thank you for sharing!!!
Thank you Darius for your transparency
Congratulations baby! So far, you've done a fabulous job! I knew I had not seen you for a couple of years, and when I saw you on KevinOnStage, I was like, 'I know that guy,' but I couldn't put my finger on your name because your facial features had dramatically changed. As the interview continued on, you started talking about food & I associated U to your TH-cam site. Keep up the good work with your diet, exercise, and stay active--just shut the door to depression. When it tries to come upon you, shake it off! You're a bad boy! CELESTE MOORE, formerly from CHGO; ATL Peach since 1990. . . Welcome to the ATL!
You look good. I just started watching your channel you make amazing meals Im getting fat just watching them. Awesome you man. Just growing up with grandma and being in the kitchen with her has blessed you to sure with us Love you.
Congratulations!!!Keep up the good work! Either way,still Darius and Amazing.
Wow! Congrats on the weight loss Darius!! Keep it up bro! 👍🏾
New Subbie here form H-Town, I'm just in love with you, thanks for sharing your story...I know it's hard and the struggle is real...You look amazing....Keep up the good work…
Im getting the sleeve on Feb 27th! Start my pre Op tomorrow. Thanks for the video!
Ur right about vegans. Also,your right you eat what you can afford.Good luck with your journey! I had gastrointestinal bypass in 2015 my health better diabetes gone ir almost killed me! So great decisions .
Congrats on your journey!! Thanks for sharing😊
Congratulations, sir!! You look amazing!!
Let it be known, you were and are a very handsome, FINE, man. I enjoy watching you at any weight and your weight loss journey is inspiring. Thank you for sharing this update with us.
I see the difference! It’s hard maintaining when you’re a great cook! Congrats
You look great! Thanks for sharing your journey. I’ve been considering it myself.
Consult your doctor... but for me: It saved my life!
*CONGRATULATIONS MY BROTHA!! I think you're beautiful regardless. If this is what you felt you needed to do then great...not knocking you at all. Continue getting better and better and better.* ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
Wooooow, this made me cry! I’m so happy for you! Coming from Chicago when we were craving ur jalapeño cornbread I think it was, or u were putting actual corn in your cornbread, it was one of those. Seeing u over that many years and your weight lost journey, and you are now at this point. I’m like omg, I didn’t even think it was you, I was like is that a guest? I hope to call u soon cuz I do have a few questions, peace!
From one big Brutha to another big Brutha, Very inspirational D!
Good for you!! You look great! I don’t believe in denying oneself, especially with food...moderation is the key. Continue to do what makes “you” happy with life. Did I say you looking good already?☺️
Wow Darius...you look amazing. Keep up the great work 😉
Thank you for sharing! You look great..and carries your weight well post op
Thank you for educating ppl on obesity....
Good for you. You are looking good. Keep it up stay focused.
Looking good young man, looking good!!
You look great. Keep up the good work.
U look great.. So never mind those rude and ignorant people with they're lack of knowledge. At the end of the day u do what is best for u. Keep up the great work!!
Thanks for the motivation video . I’m currently 350 and I’m in the process on getting my VSG.
You look great!! I was sleeved 2/1/18 keep up the good work 😍😍
Your the only black man sharing your story I've seen on TH-cam ..thanks
Wishing you continued success 😉😊
I love your determination to reach your desired goal. May God continue to bless you!❤
I am having surgery and the end of sept. Thank you for your story and keep the great food come.
Such an honest review!
Sleever here! Got sleeved July 2016 and best decision of my life.
Height 5'0
HW: 245
SW : 235
CW 145
I went from a size 22 to a size 6.
Can I ask you did you have a food funeral and what was your last meal?
U earned the best...keep up the gud work
Bro. for real... you look great! I am happy for you. I had my gastric bypass in Sept. 2016 and I am down 66 pounds. At my highest I was 297 and at my lowest 231. I am up a little to 242: life happens! Struggling to get these last 42 pounds off. But as your sign says in the background... I'm possible! Keep up the great work on YOU!!!
Take care of your body, it's the only one you have. Best of luck to you brother.
I've been watching your channel for a few weeks lol I was on a water only fast and would watch cooking videos too curb my hunger lol but I've lost 60lbs in 40 days and feel great it wasn't that easy but had to do it to get my bp in check I'm not where I want to be but definitely not where I was. Gonna start a 20 day fast here in a few days to get even lower. Started out at 347 now I'm at 283 my goal is 215
yes!!!
Hi! did you keep the weight off or did you have a regain after not fasting anymore
God bless you you look great! I did a consolation but out of fear, I backed out of the surgery. Prayerfully I can lose the weight without it but if not surgery it is.
Oh wow. I didn't realize you had already had the procedure when I posted last week. Carb sensitivity and insulin resistance is very real. I'd gain weight on a Vegan diet because of both of those issues. The Keto WOE has been my saving grace. I'm glad the procedure is working for you. You look great! Congrats on your new journey to health. I agree, surgery is not the easy way out. I mentioned Keto in the last video, because I felt it was the safer option, not because surgery is easy. So I'm sorry if that offended you. That wasn't it at all. Surgery comes with its own set of side effects. Everyone I know that did it have issues either over eating or under eating to the point of malnourishment. You look healthy though and that's wonderful. Keep it up. 👍🏽
I am so happy for you.You looks amazing God Bless You💘
Looking good!!! Great video
Looking good Darius!!!
I admire your honesty
I am a person blessed with a metabolism that's afforded me a lifestyle others would love! It's a curse to me, because I am able to eat things without the benefit of gaining weight. However, it doesn't exclude me from eating a balanced diet. I, like most humans can't indulge too much. If I eat too much sodium...I risk potential hypertension. If I eat too much sugar...I risk potential diabetes. I have both chronic diseases on both sides of my family. It is a heredity thing. But, my lifestyle has been...look do what you got to do, so that someone won't have to tell you can't do it. I have obesity throughout my family and it is a disease! A chronic disease, that leads to other chronic diseases! Darius good on you that you had the mean and the resources to take charge of your health and future. Without your health....you really don't have anything. It is paramount! It is wealth as much as money! Kudos! Good luck and I always enjoy your blogs, videos and happy cooking!
You are hilarious, and truthful. I live the same tortured life. I'm better not skinny and angry...lol
"Cuz the bacon be too good." You are absolutely right lol😄
Look obesity has a insurance billing code. Yes it's a disease. I am having the surgery hopefully in November. You are giving me encouragement thank you for being transparent.
Kimberly Morris great tool. Had mine November 2016 and the best thing ever for me.
WOW, you are going all the way 6-28-18
Looking good!
You do look too amazing. You have always been handsome. You look great. Great Job. Keep it up😘
Love you Darius! 🙌💯 Glad your doing well! You look great❗️❗️
Babbbbbby you look GOODT, and you a right the bacon do be good.
Awesome job 👏🏽
Thanks for the vid.. about to have my date and don’t see a lot guys that look like me that have gone through thisprocess..
Lol! Love this. Thank you. I'm planning on getting surgery in October or November this year. So funny when you said "the bacon be good" how do you resist fried chicken after the surgery?
You look amazing handsome 😍
you are a very intelligent brotha..
Great job!
Darius, you don't have to justify why you decided to get healthy. live your life my dear.
Hey Darius...you remind me of me...lineman material. I think obesity is a disease. When I went from a solid 250 to about 350 over a number of years. I am now 58 years old and going under the knife in two months. I have been at 350 for about 10 years and I am quite sure my brain will not let me lose the weight. It's like my thermostat is stuck at 350. Thanks for your video. Have a good day from Southern California.
You look great keep it up 👍🏾
I love your voice! 👄
Me and my wife started my journey this thursday 3/16/23 and it hurt that one of our friends said i wish you would choose a healthier route. Im like your only mad your losing your eating buddy. He disagreed and said doing what im doing is not the healthiest option that i should try diets yet they have watched me try and fail diets the past 4 or 5 years and here i am at 370 lbs wanting to do better for myself being type 2 diabetic with high blood pressure and other health problems
Bypass 10 months post-op and I’m a completely different person! Best decision ever. 🤩🤩
Looking good keep doing what you are doing people don't matter be bless
You Look Great!!! No weight loss surgery is Not the EASY way out!
You looks good Darius...
You look great, I had mine in 2014 and down 90 pounds. You inspire me to get to working out more.
Wow! What a difference
You look marvelous. Research collegen suppliments to help tighten your skin. Continued success.
We loved you anyway.
Im so happy for you! Im one month out and down 27lbs since. I recently went back to work. Ididn't think about frozen meals. Which one(s) would you recommend are healthier for you? Low in sodium? Low carb? I'm having trouble now getting my protein and liquids in 🤦🏾♀️ its hard because I'm never hungry or thirsty lolol.
Joi Owens I like the lean cuisines
I stick to the one with just veggies and meat
How about tge high sodium intake?
Can we have another surgery update... I know it's 3 years later but I'd still like to know more about your ups and downs from your surgery.
I am going to do it!