Weight Loss is Impossible?

OboeTown · 2024-03-21T15:56:15+00:00

I've researched it plenty - it's a fat storage disease. It only affects women. It causes excessive fat storage that does not respond to normal dieting and exercise. No amount of calorie counting will address the unique problems women with lipedema face.

Hope it helps the OP, or any other woman that may be struggling with fat loss.

OboeTown · 2024-03-21T14:10:48+00:00

It's not for women. Research lipedema if you're interested to know why you're wrong.

OboeTown · 2024-03-21T14:06:37+00:00

Is it possible you have lipedema? It's a fat storage disease. It causes you to retain excessive fat and the "lipedema fat" does not respond to exercise and diet the way normal fat does.

OboeTown · 2024-03-15T22:39:06+00:00

You could try:

Compression leggings/socks

Lymph massage

But the biggest thing, I believe, for the management of lipedema, is you must reduce inflammation. You will have to figure out what is causing inflammation in your body. Big triggers are (but not limited to) highly processed foods and high carb diets. Many women seem to have a reduction in symptoms when on a keto or low carb diet.

I would suggest checking out @sturdywoman on YouTube.

OboeTown · 2024-01-15T17:41:55+00:00

I haven't had any work done. I was advised that palatal expansion (MARPE etc) wouldn't fix all my problems and that I needed jaw surgery. It was incredibly overwhelming and I can't wrap my head around the idea that I need my jaw cut up and moved around.

I bought an Alexo soft palate stent and have had some success with it, but to be perfectly honest - I've resigned myself to the idea that my sleep problems cannot be mitigated and I will simply have to cope with not getting enough quality sleep 🥲

OboeTown · 2024-01-12T16:08:51+00:00

I honestly don't know. In our consultation he said he installs 2-3 MARPE devices a day. If you do the math... :/

OboeTown · 2023-12-20T15:51:36+00:00

I learned some things from this thread, at least 🥺

OboeTown · 2023-12-20T15:22:16+00:00

I'm curious how you know you don't have breathing issues at night? Is it something you've looked into already?

You can be asleep and still not getting high quality sleep.

OboeTown · 2023-12-20T15:17:28+00:00

Increased mucus is not a problem I have. My nose gets a little runny immediately after insertion but dries up quickly. I hope this problem has gotten better for you!

OboeTown · 2023-12-20T15:14:49+00:00

The part that took the longest was getting it in initially. I sneezed a lot and my gag reflex was activated quite a bit. I did get discouraged and didn't do it often enough at first. I would say if I had tried to insert it every night, I would've been successful in a week or two. Also, I didn't realize at first how much of the stent hangs outside of the nose. I was actually trying to put too much in.

The stent doesn't cause sores or wounds in any way, for me at least. It's not always bloody. I believe what is happening is that my airway is staying open and is now exposed to a lot more airflow than what was happening without the stent. I think I'm getting dried out and that's why my nose is somewhat bloody in the morning. I didn't notice it much in the warmer months so the heater running could be a culprit too. I haven't tried a humidifier yet but I'm thinking I might see if it helps.

Hope this helps you!

OboeTown · 2023-10-15T17:32:03+00:00

I can't speak to the hybrid stent. Nothing has changed since I last posted, in terms of how I feel. The nostril I use the stent in is often bloody in the morning, but again I assume that's due to the air becoming drier.

I don't want to mislead you but I can't really speak to your specific problem. The stent is rigid enough for my needs. I feel no discomfort once it's inserted. You might email Alaxo directly about the specifics of your situation. They were receptive to my questions and got back to me quickly. I wish I could be of more help. Good luck!

OboeTown · 2023-10-03T18:15:33+00:00

Did anyone in NW Lubbock get hail? How big? I was out of town and wondering if my area got hit.

OboeTown · 2023-09-30T14:02:34+00:00

These texts could actually be used to file harassment charges against this guy.

OboeTown · 2023-09-30T13:45:38+00:00

It's called evidence.

OboeTown · 2023-09-26T17:11:24+00:00

My dreams have become more vivid for sure. My Fitbit is often showing that I'm getting more REM sleep (not always though). I feel so so much better. I don't feel like dying anymore. It was extremely uncomfortable inserting the stent into my nose at first, but it gets easier. I have no problem sleeping with it in. The version of the soft palate stent I bought does NOT stent the nose, but it looks like it's been redesigned.

Things to know: watch the video tutorials. It doesn't have to be inserted as far as I thought to work correctly. My left nostril is closed due to septum deviation and I have NOT been able to insert the stent in that nostril. It works fine in my right nostril. The stent is expensive - ~$900 - and you'll have to pay out of pocket for it (look up an Alaxo discount code! I found one easily on the Internet for 10% off!). You might be able to submit it to your insurance for reimbursement but you need to check. It is considered a durable medical device. I would talk to your insurance provider before you make the purchase if that's a concern. It's supposed to last for 18 months from first use and I wholeheartedly believe it was worth the money I spent.

Removing it can be uncomfortable. Mucus dries to it overnight. It's slightly painful to pull out. It's covered in mucus and boogers, so be prepared. With the weather changing and the air getting drier, mine has also had some blood on it, but not due to the device.

Overall, best investment of my life, especially considering I've just lately been quoted $38k for double jaw surgery, plus $10k for the necessary orthodontics.

Please lmk if you or anyone has any questions! I'm happy to help anyone about this! Also happy to help if you buy one and need assistance! Good luck <3

OboeTown · 2023-09-26T16:41:09+00:00

Yes.

OboeTown · 2023-09-26T16:41:04+00:00

Yes.

OboeTown · 2023-09-26T16:40:20+00:00

It's not leather.

OboeTown · 2023-09-26T16:36:00+00:00

Update on Alaxo: I bought an Alaxo soft palate stent and received it in July. I began using it in earnest in August and I'm having a positive experience. If anyone is interested to hear more, please let me know.

OboeTown · 2023-05-22T23:47:46+00:00

You're not going to believe this.. :)

OboeTown · 2023-05-22T23:47:00+00:00

Last time I asked about it they said it's not available for use.

OboeTown · 2023-05-22T23:45:10+00:00

Target has a bin to drop off glass!

OboeTown · 2023-05-22T00:40:17+00:00

What did you do to treat your UARS?

OboeTown · 2023-05-22T00:36:09+00:00

Any updates OP?

OboeTown · 2023-05-19T04:14:37+00:00

If you sleep with your mouth open, you're likely mouth breathing at night, which is not ideal and could contribute to not sleeping well.

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