Remi Bader Faces Backlash After Surgery Reveal

Remi Bader, a TikTok influencer and plus-size model, has faced both praise and criticism after revealing her significant weight loss was due to undergoing a single anastomosis duodenal-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S) in December 2023. The procedure, which involves reducing stomach size and altering the small intestine to decrease calorie absorption, led to her losing over 140 pounds in less than a year. Bader's announcement sparked controversy as she was previously silent about the surgery, leading to accusations of misleading her followers by some, while others defended her privacy. Her recovery was fraught with complications, including severe vomiting and depression, which she managed with medication. Despite the weight loss, Bader expressed that she still struggles with body image issues and the psychological impacts of her journey. She emphasized that while her health has improved, happiness was not solely tied to her physical transformation.