So CAL Bandsters

[Debster0218 0]

Hi, I'm in La Habra . . I started my nutrition counseling in December, and have my psych consult next week. Then they will re-submit for authorization for my surgery. I was declined the first time. (But approved for the education and the consult) My doctor's office says don't worry - that's just how it goes so I'm not worried.

I love this forum though, so far I've been lurking and reading for about a week and I have learned a LOT!

I appreciate all of you and value your wisdom. I don't have any questions - YET - but I'm sure I will.

Just wanted to introduce myself and say a quick hello!

Deb

[ichbinseins 0]

Hi Deb! Welcome to the forum! I'm pretty new here myself, but I've already found some great people to talk to. I'm in Hawthorne by the way, so we're pretty close! I hope your insurance agrees this time - I'm waiting on the same thing.

[Mariposita78 1]

Hi Everyone...

Just stoping by to introduce myself...Im also in So Cal..North Hollywood...got my band on 12/12. ..Im excited for my weight loss. I would love to meet new band buddies to share our expiriences thoughts & ideas with our new live change. Thats why I here...Hope to meet & greet with some of you!

[IndioGirl55 32]

LBT IS A GREAT PLACE FOR SUPPORT AND EDUCATION..

This thread isn't that active - most pple post to the thread for the month they were banded in - age and some other..

If any of you have any questions - I will try and answer - but first and foremost - ALWAYS follow your doctors instructions and not that of others - each doc had different programs..

Congrats on being banded - and for those who aren't - I can tell you I love my band and Me for the work it takes to get to goal...

[mymy 0]

I LIVE IN RIVERSIDE CA. AND WORK IN LONG BEACH ANY SUPPORT GROUPS?? MY NAME IS MICHELLE 36 MY BAND DATE IS 1/28/09:w00t:

[AmyUSMCwife 0]

I am in Oceanside ( San Diego area ) I would love to join a group. I am just getting started

[Tamjpjb 1]

Hey Michelle,

I'm in Riverside as well. I see your band date is coming up quickly. I've been banded since May of 07 and I love it. Who's doing your band?

[mroseharvey 0]

Hello Michelle and Tami I am also in Riverside and got banded on 12/15/08 by Dr. Coon. I am doing ok. Just seems like the weight is coming off alot slower than so many other people that I read of this thread I wonder if I am doing anything wrong. I am eating between 1200 and 1500 cal a day. I am working out about 30 min a day. Any advice?

[Ciao_Bella 0]

I am in Oceanside ( San Diego area ) I would love to join a group. I am just getting started

Hi AmyUSMCwife,

I'm also from Oceanside, and I'm also in the UCSD program. Right now, I'm in month 5 of my 6-month supervised diet (required by my PPO), and I'll have my final "weigh-in" on Feb. 9--then UCSD will resubmit the paperwork to my insurance. By the way, I'm very impressed with the UCSD program & staff.

Best of luck on your weigh loss journey!

[lil miss scare all 0]

I am also just getting started. I am having my surgery on Feb.19, 2009 . in just a few weeks !!

Anyone know of any local meetings in SBdno or Riverside County ? the only one i have heard of is in Rancho Cucamonga. Are there any other ones??

[IndioGirl55 32]

I am also just getting started. I am having my surgery on Feb.19, 2009 . in just a few weeks !!

Anyone know of any local meetings in SBdno or Riverside County ? the only one i have heard of is in Rancho Cucamonga. Are there any other ones??

Welcome to you all

Lilmisscarell - doesn't your doctor offer support group... Mine does at Desert Hospital in Palm Springs - if you are in Riverside area - I think that might just be a tad to far to drive..

mroseharvey - you have a lower bmi so you won't lose as fast plus you should most likely switch up your calories to 1000 -1200 a day - in my weight loss phase - I kept my calories between 800-1200 varied them daily and worked out 30-45 min 4-5 days a week and never hit a plateau..

[mroseharvey 0]

Thank you so much IndioGirl for the information. WOW you have done a great job. I am very very happy for you and I hope I am as successful as you. If you don't mind sharing can you give some meal guidance.

[lil miss scare all 0]

Welcome to you all

Lilmisscarell - doesn't your doctor offer support group... Mine does at Desert Hospital in Palm Springs - if you are in Riverside area - I think that might just be a tad to far to drive..

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yes. they do. but Im having my surgery in LA at Cedar Sinai and dont want to drive out there just for support meetings. too far. looking for something closer

[IndioGirl55 32]

Thank you so much IndioGirl for the information. WOW you have done a great job. I am very very happy for you and I hope I am as successful as you. If you don't mind sharing can you give some meal guidance.

First of all - take the word HOPE out of your vocabulary - replace it with WILL - Posititive affirmations :thumbup:

You want to know the secert - it's to focus on eating healthy - allow for treats occaissionally and exercise - this has never been a diet for me - this has been about a lifetime lifestyle change in my eating and exercise habits - I eat low fat - limited sugars most sf - and some carbs/starches... I exercise...

BF - Weigh Control oatmeal 160 c - Dannon Lite n Fit Yogurt with 1/4 cup granola 150 c - Eggbeaters omelet 1/2 c with a little cheese 100 c

Lunch - for me it's usually left overs from the night before (fish or turkey meat loaf - chicken etc & a veggie) - plus I make what I call 1 pot wonders on sunday nights and then I have lunch for the week - a one pot wonder is just stuff thrown in a pan and cook - example - ground turkey - onion bell pepper garlic zuchinee tomatoe sauce - or chicken bell pepper onion garlic - whatever veggie your like and Tomato sauce - you got the idea?? 1 cup is my portion size - I go out to lunch maybe once every couple of weeks - and have a few lean cusines in the fridge for emergencies - but I don't like processed foods much rather have home cooked foods

Dinner - I eat tons of fish - I still eat fish most nights - I eat catfish (and it's good pple always turn up their noses at it but it's not as fish as salmon) Salmon - Talipia - Chicken - Turkey meat loaf - or one pot wonder - veggies with I can't believe it's not butter spray and 1/4-1/2 cup of rice

4 oz of Protein - 1/4 to 1/2 c veggies and then 1/4-1/2 c rice.. (sometimes have tatoes or Pasta instead)

Snacks - 100 cal popcorn snack pack - sf fudgecicles - sf dark choc pudding - LF string cheese - fruit - sf yogurt..

yes. they do. but Im having my surgery in LA at Cedar Sinai and dont want to drive out there just for support meetings. too far. :thumbup: looking for something closer

My GF had surgery there too (bypass Dr Philip French last name) and they do have a support group here in the Desert for his pple.. So ck w/them they might know of one in your area...

For me LBT has been my support - my Lucky #7 gang and my 50+ gang - LBT is open 24/7 - I went to mine once - it's like 25 miles away - I like lbt better - but some pple do better in a group setting -

[mroseharvey 0]

Thank you IndioGirld for taking the time and sharing your meals with me. Well I have to admit that I am eating pretty much what you are. So that makes me very happy. Thank you again. And your right....I will DO this. Was your weight loss about 1-2 lbs per week or was it more? May I ask what kind of exercise you do and for how long? You are true inspiration to me. Rose