"I Cried a Lot, But I’d Do It Again" – Lady Shocks Internet with Jaw-Wiring Weight Loss Journey

In a world increasingly obsessed with body image and transformation stories, one woman has sparked both admiration and concern after revealing the intense method she used to lose weight—jaw wiring. Her story, shared candidly on social media, has gone viral for its raw honesty and the extreme physical and emotional toll it took on her.

The user, who goes by the handle @Wakaholic Nurse on social media, posted a now widely circulated tweet that reads like a page torn from a deeply personal journal:

> "Last year, I did something that prevented me from eating for 6 weeks just so I could lose weight, lost 15KG in the process. Extreme, yeah but I'd do it again and again. I'm happier than ever! With all my love, Lala."

With that revelation, Lala—now dubbed by followers as “The Jaw-Wired Queen”—offered a glimpse into a reality many wouldn't dare consider. She lost 15kg in just six weeks through a medical procedure rarely discussed in modern weight-loss narratives: jaw wiring.

> “If I tell you guys what I did, I promise you, you can't do it. Here it is. Jaw wiring. You cannot open your mouth, cannot speak properly, yawning is painful, you can only take liquid. And ohhh, it’s extremely painful. I cried a lot.”

The confession opened a floodgate of reactions online, with thousands weighing in. Some cheered her on, calling her brave and determined. Others were appalled, arguing that the lengths she went to bordered on self-harm and desperation masked as discipline. Regardless of the stance, no one could look away.

Jaw wiring—also known as intermaxillary fixation—was once a popular method in the 1980s for managing weight loss, but it has long since fallen out of favor due to its physical and psychological implications. The procedure involves literally wiring the jaw shut to prevent a person from eating solid food, forcing them to survive solely on liquid nutrition. The intended effect is to reduce caloric intake and force weight loss, but the side effects are intense.

Lala's story breathes new life into a method that many assumed had disappeared alongside corsets and dangerous diet pills. For her, it was not just a cosmetic journey—it was a deeply personal battle. In subsequent posts, she described feeling trapped in a body she didn't recognize, suffocated by societal pressure and her own insecurities.

> "I was tired of crying in dressing rooms. Tired of taking group pictures and praying I was standing at the back. Tired of pretending to be okay when I hated what I saw in the mirror," she wrote.

She spoke about nights spent sobbing in frustration, days where even speaking felt like torture, and the psychological strain of seeing food she couldn’t eat. Yet, despite it all, she says the pain was worth it.

> “I was miserable, yes. I cried. I got depressed. But then, I started seeing results. And suddenly, the tears became tears of relief. For the first time, I felt like I was winning.”

The discussion has reignited debates around beauty standards, body image, and the rising extremes individuals take to chase an ideal body. Advocates for mental health and body positivity were quick to chime in, urging people not to romanticize such a painful procedure.

Dr. Amaka Obi, a psychologist based in Lagos, weighed in on the viral story, saying, “This story is a classic example of how societal pressures can drive people to drastic measures. While we should respect personal choices, it’s important to consider the psychological damage that often accompanies these decisions. Weight loss should never come at the cost of one’s mental or physical well-being.”

Still, Lala’s transformation story resonates with many who feel trapped in their own bodies, believing that conventional dieting and exercise don’t yield fast enough results. Her willingness to share both the agony and the triumph has, paradoxically, made her both a cautionary tale and an icon of resilience.

The hashtag #JawWiredForChange began trending shortly after her post, as people from around the world shared their own difficult weight loss journeys. From liquid diets to dangerous supplements, the stories shared are sobering reminders that the pursuit of beauty often comes with unseen costs.

One user responded:

> “I admire her strength, but let’s not normalize pain as the price of beauty. There has to be a better way.”

Another wrote:

> “Say what you want, but she was honest. She suffered and she succeeded. Respect.”

Lala herself has remained active since her post went viral, answering questions, sharing throwback photos, and encouraging others to find a method that works for them—but not necessarily to follow her path.

> “I’m not telling anyone to do what I did,” she clarified in a follow-up tweet. “I’m just telling my truth. That’s it. If you choose something different, I support you. Just know you’re not alone in the struggle.”

The struggle she speaks of is universal. Millions worldwide grapple with weight, self-image, and the pressure to look a certain way. Whether it's through surgery, crash diets, or wiring one’s jaw shut, the quest for change is often marred by desperation and sacrifice.

Her story has also caught the attention of medical professionals, some of whom warn that while the results may be quick, the long-term effects can be damaging. Issues such as jaw muscle atrophy, speech difficulties, dental complications, and post-procedure binge eating are common.

Despite the concerns, Lala remains firm in her decision. She calls the experience “painful, humbling, but necessary.” To her, every drop of soup, every sleepless night, every tear was part of a rebirth.

> “You can’t understand unless you’ve hated your body so much you’d do anything to change it,” she said in a final tweet. “I found happiness in my body again. And for that, I’d cry a thousand more times.”

Whether she’s remembered as courageous or controversial, one thing is certain: Lala’s story has struck a chord. In just a few characters and photos, she’s become the face of a conversation we all need to have—about health, happiness, and the quiet, painful wars so many fight behind the scenes.