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Israel HayomHealth

Reality Star Amira Buzaglo Reveals Dramatic 59kg Weight Loss After Surgery

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Israeli media personality Amira Buzaglo revealed a 59-kilogram weight loss one year after undergoing bariatric surgery. She shared her emotional and physical struggles throughout the process, describing it as a rebirth. Buzaglo's surgery coincided with the return of some Israeli hostages, a detail she mentioned to her medical team. She expressed gratitude for her support system and encouraged others to live life fully.

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  • Amira Buzaglo lost 59 kilograms one year after bariatric surgery.
  • She described the weight loss as a rebirth, acknowledging significant physical and emotional challenges.
  • Buzaglo had postponed the surgery three times due to anxiety.
  • Her surgery day coincided with the return of some Israeli hostages.
  • She thanked her family, friends, and children for their support.

Israeli media personality and reality TV star Amira Buzaglo has stunned social media users by revealing a 59-kilogram (approximately 130 pounds) weight loss, one year after undergoing bariatric surgery. Buzaglo shared her journey on Instagram, emphasizing the significant physical and emotional toll, rather than presenting it as a simple "photogenic magic." She described the experience as a rebirth, stating, "Today I celebrate one year of my transformation. I was afraid. I was apprehensive. I hoped and how wonderful that I was recreated, not just because of weight, but yes minus a f***ing 59 kg."

Buzaglo recounted the intense morning of her surgery, which she had postponed three times due to anesthesia anxiety and fear of the unknown. She described a quiet, tense drive to the hospital at 5 a.m., feeling introspective and praying. The surgery took place at 7 a.m. on the same day that some Israeli hostages began their return, a detail she shared with the medical team, expressing hope for their safe return and her own recovery.

She humorously described her difficult recovery in the hospital, accompanied by her close friend Adi Guy, who kept her company by playing video games on the hospital screens. Buzaglo admitted it took time to recover and that she was initially in pain and unable to smile. She concluded her post by expressing deep gratitude to her family, friends, and children for their support throughout the intensive year, urging everyone to live life to the fullest.

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