Hi, I am 51 yrs old and live in Bethlehem, PA. I am finally, at the suggestion of my GYN, considering Lap band surgery. I am currently at my top all time weight of 314 and both me and my doctor have said ENOUGH! BMI is 52.

My insurance, Highmark BS, covers 80% after 6 mos. of supervised diet.

The only health problem I have is sleep apnea. I have slept with a CPAP for the past 15 years.

I would love to meet people close to my age going through the same thing as me....

Great to be here and meet all you awesome people!

Deb

Hi Deb and everyone else

I'm 57 and will be banded this coming Wednesday (8/26/09) Yea, for me. My first visit to the doctor was Dec. 08 and started my 6 mo insurance diet in Jan. I went to a dietian and my family doctor who put me on a 1200 calorie low fat program. I never did eat 1200 calories. It helped to write down what I ate, the calories, fat and Protein intake. Plus, I bought an exercise bike. My doctor wanted me to ride 20 minutes a day three times a week. But I was pumped and rode twice a day five days a week. Each time trying to increase my speed and mileage which I did. Through that diet I dropped 33 lbs. So that's 33 less that I have to worry about losing. Wednesday can't come fast enough.

By the way, Deb we only live about 50 miles from each other. My husband worked at Mack Trucks in Macungie until his retirement. One of my best friends lives in the Allentown area and her brother owns a pizza shop in or very near Bethlehem. If you want to keep in touch email me or message me on here.

Edited August 20, 200916 yr by bluetopaz

Hi Deb,

I'm 53 and I'm still waiting to be banded. I started this process in 2006, so I will be glad to finally get it done. Welcome to the site! There is a wealth of information on here, so take advantage of it and read as much as you can. Good luck and keep us informed on how things are going.

Joan