S03.E05: The Assassination of Betsy Mae

[CrazyInAlabama]

New, 11/26/2024

Vannessa makes huge progress on her weight loss journey.   Scott tries to address the mental side of his food addiction after the women confront him. 

[CrazyInAlabama]

Thanks to whoever fixed my double posting. 

 

I was thrilled to see Vannessa come through surgery, and her sister take care of her so long.   However, I really think she should have gone to skilled nursing for at least a few days.    

There were probably better choices for restaurants to eat at, but very few places will allow filming.   It either needs to be a place that's closed and will allow filming, or has a private dining area.  In a regular restaurant they would have to get filming waivers from everyone in camera view.  

Edited December 1, 2024 by CrazyInAlabama

[Pi237]

I’m surprised they let someone go home who had that much stitching. I’d be terrified. Good for Vanessa tho. I hope she doesn’t suffer any complications and loves her results. 
 

Too much crying man baby this episode. Sorry, that’s mean, but I’d rather follow the women. I never relate to the single, childless men who still live with their Moms.  We get it with his storyline already. It’s been repeated over and over. Enough. Move on.  
 

They all had some very Full plates at that restaurant! Kind of a bad place to have dinner for someone who’s struggling.  Talk about entrapment lol I know I can’t resist a beautiful bowl of tortillas and salsa!!
 

Tinas regret is more interesting. I hope she gets out of her depression. It’s not uncommon after this surgery and the loss of your comfort-eating.  I’m glad she had fun at the water aerobics. 

[SunnyBeBe]

I’m just watching this now on demand.

 So, I don’t understand why after all these people have been though they don’t seem to have any appreciation for good nutrition.  The idea of dining at that type of restaurant is ludicrous, imo.  So….it was producer directed?  Idk.  Crazy stuff, but I think I might have ordered coffee and water and let the others eat what they like.  That environment is toxic for food addicts.  That kind of thing might be ok for a person who’s been at goal weight for several years….not struggling and still very obese.  To me, these shows don’t focus enough on healthy eating. They stress deprivation instead of celebrating awesome, whole foods that are the basis of a daily diet.  

Edited November 30, 2024 by SunnyBeBe

[SunnyBeBe]

Recall Scott’s therapist?  Who is she?  She’s appeared as a therapist on another show years ago.  

[BAForever]

8 hours ago, SunnyBeBe said:

Recall Scott’s therapist?  Who is she?  She’s appeared as a therapist on another show years ago.  

Yes! I liked her. Dr. Paradise is my favorite,  followed by Lola and her sweet voice and 100 wigs. Which show was she on?

[SunnyBeBe]

1 hour ago, BAForever said:

Yes! I liked her. Dr. Paradise is my favorite,  followed by Lola and her sweet voice and 100 wigs. Which show was she on?

Lola and Dr. Paradise were on My 600 Pound Life and in Texas, but I’m not sure about Dr. Conti.  She’s in GA.  I think s different show.  

[barshi50]

4 hours ago, SunnyBeBe said:

Lola and Dr. Paradise were on My 600 Pound Life and in Texas, but I’m not sure about Dr. Conti.  She’s in GA.  I think s different show.  

Maybe Too Large? that was Dr. Proctor's show too.

[SunnyBeBe]

Could you tell what the surgeon did regarding Megan’s breast area?  They described it with glee, but what happened?  I would think they would have had to uplift, which would involve removing, then reattaching the nipples and putting in implants.  I’m speculating based on what I’ve seen other patients encounter on other shows.  She seems very pleased, whatever he did.  

Edited December 5, 2024 by SunnyBeBe

[Texasmom2323]

Vanessa has worked so hard, good for her. Myself I am turning 55 this year and have been fighting the extra 15 pounds I gained after my hysterectomy in March.

Hearing them talk about the emotional dependency of food made me realize I am hanging on to sweets since my daughter Madison passed away in 2018. She and I would eat ice cream together a few days a week. I really need to work on it.

[Teri313]

On 12/4/2024 at 8:45 PM, SunnyBeBe said:

Recall Scott’s therapist?  Who is she?  She’s appeared as a therapist on another show years ago.  

IIRC, she was on 1,000 lb Sisters and Tammy pouted and frowned throughout their entire session and wouldn't open up to her. It was back when Tammy and Amy were with Dr. Proctor.

[SunnyBeBe]

1 hour ago, Teri313 said:

IIRC, she was on 1,000 lb Sisters and Tammy pouted and frowned throughout their entire session and wouldn't open up to her. It was back when Tammy and Amy were with Dr. Proctor.

Thank you!

[monagatuna]

On 12/10/2024 at 6:24 PM, Texasmom2323 said:

Vanessa has worked so hard, good for her. Myself I am turning 55 this year and have been fighting the extra 15 pounds I gained after my hysterectomy in March.

Hearing them talk about the emotional dependency of food made me realize I am hanging on to sweets since my daughter Madison passed away in 2018. She and I would eat ice cream together a few days a week. I really need to work on it.

I know this is from a long time ago but I wanted to tell you I am very sorry for the loss of your daughter. The ice cream memory is such a sweet one I can't blame you for hanging on to it!

I wanted to suggest if you have lots of sweet cravings, maybe try Sweet Defeat? It's a mint you put on your tongue and let dissolve, and for about an hour it blunts the taste of all foods. It will quickly make the ice cream tasteless and you won't want it anymore. It's not an appetite suppressant or medication, just a plant-based lozenge that temporarily alters your taste buds. It may not work for you or it may not be what you want, but it can help if you'd like to stem sweet cravings. I used to use it all the time but now I'm more of a savory snacker. If only they made a mint to defeat salty cravings!

[Texasmom2323]

16 hours ago, monagatuna said:

I know this is from a long time ago but I wanted to tell you I am very sorry for the loss of your daughter. The ice cream memory is such a sweet one I can't blame you for hanging on to it!

I wanted to suggest if you have lots of sweet cravings, maybe try Sweet Defeat? It's a mint you put on your tongue and let dissolve, and for about an hour it blunts the taste of all foods. It will quickly make the ice cream tasteless and you won't want it anymore. It's not an appetite suppressant or medication, just a plant-based lozenge that temporarily alters your taste buds. It may not work for you or it may not be what you want, but it can help if you'd like to stem sweet cravings. I used to use it all the time but now I'm more of a savory snacker. If only they made a mint to defeat salty cravings!

Thank you for your condolences, very kind of you. Wondering how I have never heard of Sweet Defeat! I appreciate you telling me. I am going to look and purchase some. Now that I am in my mid 50's and have a hysterectomy last year I have gained weight. Seems I can gain weight now by just walking through a grocery store, its ridiculous. Have a great day!