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info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 17:59:00 -0700

You can check out Jeff's other show at Conscious Choices Radio Show on Tuesdays @ 8pm ET/ 5pm PT

And Cher's other show, Band Banter Talk Show on Mondays 7pm ET / 4PM PT

Happy Holidays!

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:47:00 -0800

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The 12 Types of Emotional Hunger

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:27:00 -0800

By: Dr. Roger Gould, M.D.

Below are the 12 types of emotional hunger that fuel emotional eating. In order to lose weight for life, you will have to conquer all 12 types. Look over the list -- which type of emotional hunger derails your diet?

Type 1. Dulling The Pain With The Food.

If you get really hungry when you feel angry, depressed, anxious, bored, or lonely, you suffer from Type 1 emotional hunger, and you use food to dull the pain that these emotions cause.

Type 2. Sticks And Stones May Break Your Bones, But Cake Won't Heal What Hurts You.

According to Dr. Gould and Mastering Food, if you react by getting hungry when others talk down to you, take advantage of you, belittle you or take you for granted, then you suffer from Type 2 emotional hunger. You eat to avoid confrontation.

Type 3. A Full Heart Fills An Empty Belly.

If you crave food when you have tension in your close relationships, you suffer from Type 3 emotional hunger. You eat to avoid feeling the pain of rejection or anger.

Type 4. Hate Yourself, Love Your Munchies.

If you tend to become hypercritical of yourself, if you label yourself "stupid," "lazy," or "a loser," you have Type 4 emotional hunger. You eat to "stuff down" self-doubts.

Type 5. Secret Desires Have No Calories.

If your hunger gets activated because your intimate relationships don't satisfy some basic need like trust or security, you suffer from Type 5 emotional hunger and you use food to try to fill the gap, according to Dr. Gould and Mastering Food,

Type 6. Forty Gulps And The Well Is Still Empty.

If you eat to make up for the deprivation you experienced as a child, you have Type 6 emotional eating.

Type 7. It's My Pastry, and I'll Eat If I Want To.

If you eat to assert your independence because you don't want anyone telling you what to do, you have Type 7 emotional hunger.

Type 8. I Can't Come To Work Today--I'm Eating

According to Dr. Gould and Mastering Food, if your appetite kicks in when you're faced with new challenges--if you use food to avoid rising to the test, or to insulate yourself from the fear of failure--you have Type 8 emotional hunger.

Type 9. Aroused by Aromas, Not by the Chef.

If you stuff your face in order to avoid your sexuality-either to stay overweight so that nobody desires you or to hide from intimate encounters--you suffer from Type 9 emotional hunger.

Type 10. I'll Beat You With this Éclair.

Emotional eaters often eat to pay back those who have hurt them, often in the distant past. They use their bodies as battlegrounds for working out old resentments. If you do this, you're really battling type 10 emotional hunger

Type 11. Peter Pan and the Peanut Butter Cookie.

If you eat to make yourself feel carefree, like a child, you have Type 11 emotional hunger. You eat to keep yourself from facing the challenges of growing up.

Type 12. That Stranger In Shorts Wearing Your Face.

If you overeat because you fear getting thin, either consciously or unconsciously, you have Type 12 emotional hunger.

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:43:00 -0800

Lean Cuisine Chicken Meals Recalled

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:32:00 -0800

More Than 879,000 Pounds of Frozen Chicken Meals May Contain Bits of Plastic

By Miranda HittiWebMD Health News

Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD

Nov. 18, 2008 -- Nestle Prepared Foods Company is recalling 879,565 pounds of frozen Lean Cuisine chicken meals that may contain small pieces of hard blue plastic.
Nestle issued the recall after getting seven consumer complaints, including one report of a minor gum injury that did not require medical attention, Nestle Prepared Foods Company spokeswoman Roz O'Hearn tells WebMD.

The following Lean Cuisine products are being recalled:
9.5-ounce packages of "LEAN CUISINE PESTO CHICKEN WITH BOW TIE PASTA" brand frozen meals. Printed on each side of each package is a production code of "8280595912" as well as a use-by date of "Best Before MAY 2010."

10.5-ounce packages of "LEAN CUISINE CHICKEN MEDITERRANEAN" brand frozen meals. Printed on the side of each package is a production code of "8231595912" or "8241595912" as well as a use-by date of "Best before SEP 2010"; a production code of "8263595912," "8269595911," or "8274595912," as well as a use-by date of "Best before OCT 2010"; or a production code of "8291595912" or "8301595912" as well as a use-by date of "Best before NOV 2010."

12.5-ounce packages of "LEAN CUISINE CHICKEN TUSCAN" brand frozen meals. Printed on the side of each package is a production code of "8234595911" and a use-by date of "Best before SEP 2009"; a production code of "8253595911" or "8269595912" as well as a use-by date of "Best before OCT 2009"; or a production code of "8292595911" or "8296595911" as well as a use-by date of "Best before NOV 2009."

Each package also bears the USDA mark of inspection as well as the establishment number "EST P-9018." The frozen chicken meals were produced on Aug. 18, Aug. 21, Aug. 28, Sept. 9, Sept. 19, Sept. 25, Sept. 30, Oct. 6, Oct. 17-18, Oct. 22, and Oct. 27, 2008, and were distributed to retail establishments nationwide, according to the USDA.

Consumers with questions about the recall should call 800-227-6188.

Where did the plastic come from? "We determined that the plastic entered our facility in a single lot of an incoming raw ingredient," O'Hearn says. "We're trying to figure out how to prevent this from happening in the future. But we went into action very quickly on a very small number of complaints."

Ron Lester

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 06:09:00 -0800

Jeff and I had the pleasure of interviewing Ron Lester. Ron Lester is an actor who had "WLS", he shared with us how this procedure changed his life. Ron weighed 508 before he had the surgery and to date has lost an amazing 325. Ron's journey was not an easy journey; he actually flat lined on the table during his first surgery.

Ron shared with us what it was/is like being a food addict, how he went through 16 plastic surgeries to remove his loose skin, his attempt at suicide and his return to Hollywood.

Ron was very open, honest, and raw throughout the interview, he also shared this surgery is not for everyone.

Please check out our archives to hear the complete interview.

To learn more about Ron's amazing journey please visit his website: http://www.ronlesteronline.com/index.php

Fit Wit

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Sun, 2 Nov 2008 20:28:00 -0800

Jeff and I had the pleasure of interviewing Josh and Ben from FitWit; a foundation dedicated to help stop childhood obesity.

The FitWit Foundation

At FitWit, we're committed to making a tangible, positive impact in our community. That's why we donate 5% of all our profits to The FitWit Foundation, a non-profit youth foundation changing the lives of at-risk, low-income young people in the Metro Atlanta area.

Mission

The mission of The FitWit Foundation is to combat childhood obesity and education inequality, and foster personal growth in young people through fitness, tutoring, and summer camp programs.

To learn more about FitWit please visit their website at http://www.fitwit.com

Dr. Ian Smith

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 08:29:00 -0700

Dr. Ian Smith's recent partnership with State Farm® is only one of his numerous endeavors to promote healthier lives and more nutritious diets. In addition to The 50 Million Pound Challenge, Dr. Ian provides his expertise as a medical contributor to ABC's The View, Men's Health Magazine, and VH1's popular show, Celebrity Fit Club. Dr. Smith's understanding of nutrition and weight loss expertise goes far beyond his current projects.

Please join Cher & Jeff as they welcome Dr. Ian Smith to discuss his partnership with State Farm and Th 50 Million Pound Challenge.

This is an interactive show you can ask questions in our live chat room or call in to speak to Dr. Ian Smith directly.

Date: 10/22/2008

Time: 8:00pm ET, 7:00pm CT and 5:00pm PT

Where: www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches

Call in: 646-716-9413

Chef Leslie Recipe

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Wed, 8 Oct 2008 19:22:00 -0700

CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE WITH CINNAMON CREAM

1/3 cup Water
1/3 cup Splenda
1 stick unsalted I can’t believe it’s not butter, cut in pieces
CarbSmart Sugar Free Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips 8 oz. bag chopped coarsely
6 large Eggs ( 3 egg whites and 3 whole eggs)
1/3 cup strong, brewed Coffee or Espresso
2 Tablespoons Kahlua (may substitute with 1 tablespoon vanilla)
1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon

Cream:
1 cup well-chilled light heavy Cream
3 Tablespoons powdered Sugar
1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter and 8-inch round cake pan and line with parchment or waxed paper.

In a medium saucepan, bring water and sugar to a simmer over moderate heat, stirring occasionally. Add butter and simmer, stirring occasionally, until melted. Remove pan from heat and add chocolate, swirling pan to submerge chocolate in hot syrup. Let chocolate stand in syrup 3 minutes and then whisk until smooth. Cool slightly

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, coffee, Kahlua and cinnamon. Add a small amount of the chocolate mixture, whisking until well combined. The idea is to warm the eggs slowly and avoid cooking them. Slowly add the remainder and strain into prepared cake pan. Place in a water bath which reaches halfway up the side of the cake pan and bake in the middle of the oven for 30-35 minutes. It is done when a knife comes out hot and clean, although you may call it “done” when there is a half-dollar size jiggle in the middle. Cool it completely on a cake rack.

Cake may be kept in the pan, chilled for one week. Alternately, loosen with knife around the edge and gently invert onto a plate. Top with cream.

For cream: Place cream, sugar and cinnamon in a bowl. With an electric mixer or whisk, beat ingredients until they hold stiff peaks. Serve along side the mousse cake.

Dr. Sashi Ganta

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Tue, 7 Oct 2008 22:03:00 -0700

Please join us as we welcome Dr. Sashi Ganta from Austin Bariatrics. Dr. Sashi Ganta is believed to have performed the first trans-umbilical LAP-BAND® procedure in the state of Texas on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at Seton Northwest Hospital in Austin, Texas. Dr. Ganta pioneered this new technique, which involves complete navigation and placement of the LAP-BAND® via the belly button, thus eliminating the need for special instruments, and also leaving no visible scars on the abdomen.

According to Dr. Ganta, "With the emergence of new techniques such as SILS or single-incision laparoscopic surgery, individuals seeking gastric banding for obesity now can choose to not have any visible scarring. This new technique of Trans-umbilical Gastric banding (TUGB) allows patients to have significantly improved cosmetic results and possibly less pain and a faster recovery."

Date: 10/09/2008

Time: 8:00pm ET / 7:00pm CT / 5:00pm PT

Where: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches

Call-in line: 646-716-9413

Body Image Expert, Sarah Maria

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 07:49:00 -0700

Cher & Jeff hosted Body Image Expert and Personal Empowerment Specialist, Sarah Maria.

Sarah helps people love their bodies no matter how they look. She leads workshops internationally and works one-on-one in consulting sessions to assist people in overcoming hatred and dissatisfaction with their bodies using holistic healing and spiritual principles. She's a Certified Meditation Teacher, Yoga instructor, and Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counselor.

Read more about her at http://www.breakfreebeauty.com/

Gregg Moscoe from Agel

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 16:13:00 -0700

They could call it a "breakthrough innovation," but really... It's all about the gel. What is Agel? It's a plant-based, gelatinous fluid that allows basic nutrients to "float." When nutrients "float," they stay dissolved and "suspended" and are more portable, easier to ingest, more accurate in their dosage and more readily absorbed by your body.

Come join Cher and Jeff as they find out all about it from Gregg Moscoe!

BariaGel is a division of Gel Nutrition Ltd., an independent distributor of Agel gel-suspension nutritional supplements and skincare products. Anyone who is interested in receiving information and samples of gel-suspension supplements and/or information on the business opportunity should visit Gregg's web site at http://www.bariagel.com/,

Call Gregg at (866) SIP AGEL (747-2435) or email him directly at Gregg@GelNutritionLtd.com. Please include your name, address, email, phone number and area of interest so he can get the appropriate information to you.

Date: 09/17/2008

Time: 8:00pm ET / 7:00pm CT / 5:00pm PT

Where: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches

Call-in line: 646-716-9413

Chef Leslie Recipe

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 18:34:00 -0700

GRILLED TENDERLOIN
ON ROSEMARY SKEWERS
Serves 8 lap-band sized servings

2# Potatoes, peeled and quartered
Salt
2 Tbls. Black Peppercorns
16 Fresh Rosemary branches, about 8” long
8 4-ounce Beef filets, about 1 ¼” thick, cut into three pieces
Olive Oil
2 Tbls. Chives, finely chopped

8 large Shallots, peeled and finely chopped
4 large Tomatoes, seeded and finely diced

Simmer potatoes in salted water 15-20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and smash with a fork, breaking the potatoes up into small pieces. Set aside.

Place peppercorns in a clean dishtowel. Using the bottom of a skillet, crush the peppercorns and set aside. Strip leaves from rosemary branches and reserve for another use. Skewer meat pieces on 4 double- branch skewers, season with salt.

Heat the olive oil to medium heat. Add the potatoes and cook, stirring until golden, about 5 minutes. Add chives and season with salt. Transfer to a platter. Wipe out the skillet or, if necessary, scrub without using soap until clean. Dry the skillet.

Heat one tablespoon oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add brochettes and cook until brown, 1-2 minutes on each side for medium rare. Place on potatoes, covering loosely with foil.

Reduce heat to medium and add remaining oil, crushed peppercorns and shallots. Cook, stirring for one minute, and then add scallions and cook for 30 additional seconds. (You may deglaze the pan with a little shot of red wine or brandy if needed). Remove pan from heat and stir in tomatoes. Heat through. Season sauce with salt and spoon around the meat/potato platter.

Fun Facts

Celebrate the HarvestIt's harvest time, so share in the bounty. Celebrate what's in season and create meals and snacks with fresh fruits and veggies. Blackberries are terrific in jams, pies and meat dishes. Have some pick-your-own fun with the family at a local apple orchard. Make a sweet treat by cooking sweet corn in boiling water and season with sugar instead of salt. Find out what's fresh in your area and get cooking!Source: Epicurious.com

Dr. Joseph Kuhn

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Thu, 4 Sep 2008 10:06:00 -0700

Join us as we speak to Dr. Joseph Kuhn on 09/10/2008. Dr. Joseph Kuhn's practice is one of the most acclaimed practices in the country. They are nationally recognized as one of the premier bariatric programs based on the following unique characteristics:

1.Have presented numerous times at national and regional medical meetings.
2. They are a Center of Excellence Surgeons, with extensive experience involving over 4000 patients.
3. Provide training to visiting surgeons throughout the country (observation only)
4. Have pioneered many advances allowing for rapid recovery, limited pain, and early discharge.

In Dr. Kuhn's own words: ”I am committed to offering the highest quality of medical care to every patient that I see.” “I love what I am able to offer to society by helping people live better, cure diseases, and live longer.”

Date: 09/10/2008

Time: 8:00pm ET 7:00pm CT 5:00pm PT

Where: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches

Call in: 646-716-9413

Dr. Kuhn is also participating in the "Walk from Obesity". To join his walk, please use this link: North Dallas Walk from Obesity

Join Cher on September 9, 2008 at 7:00 pm CST at http://strategytalks.com/coach-cher During this 60-minute virtual book tour, Cher will be sharing her transformational journey - pot holes and all.

Join Jeff on September 11, 2008 at
8:30pm ET / 5:30 PT, for
National Invisiblity Illness Chronic Illness Awareness Week (http://invisibleillness.com/), where he will be co-hosting a Wellness TeleConference called "After The Diagnosis: The Journey Beyond" with Maximum Life Coach Trish Robichaud.

We hope to hear you there!

Thanks,

~Cher & Jeff~

The WLS Coaches

Walk from Obesity

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Wed, 3 Sep 2008 11:03:00 -0700

In September and October in cities across the United States, individuals affected by obesity, their family members and friends, healthcare professionals and many others come together and proudly walk to raise awareness of the disease of obesity, childhood obesity and morbid obesity in the annual Walk from Obesity.

Funds generated from the event support the ASMBS Foundation and its research and professional education initiatives, and the patient and general public educational and advocacy programs of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC). For more information on the Walk, please click here.

Dr. Colleen Kennedy

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 10:54:00 -0700

Dr. Colleen Kennedy will be our guest on 08/27/08. Dr. Kennedy belongs to The WLS Surgical Associates out of Dallas, Texas. As one of the most acclaimed practices in the country, they are nationally recognized as one of the premier bariatric programs. Join us as Dr. Kennedy shares her wisdom and dedication the bariatric community. Dr. Kennedy will be taking part in the Dallas "Walk from Obesity" September 27, 2008.

Join Cher on September 9, 2008 at 7:00 pm CST at http://strategytalks.com/coach-cher During this 60-minute virtual book tour, Cher will be sharing her transformational journey - pot holes and all.

Please mark your calender to tune into Jeff's new radio show "Conscious Choices" Radio Show it is his hope that his broadcasts will create a pivotal shift for those individuals who are seeking more fulfilling and successful lives - mind, body and soul. Every Tuesday at 4:30pm ET / 1:30pm PT at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ConsciousChoices

As you can see a lot of great things are happening for Cher and Jeff right now and it is their hope they are an inspiration to their listeners to follow their hopes and dreams as well.

Please sign up for "The New You" Radio Show newsletter so you will know what exciting guests will be on the upcoming shows and what events Cher and Jeff will be participating in.

Thanks for your support during our first year on the air and for supporting our passion for "The New You" Radio Show.

~Cher & Jeff~
The WLS Coaches

Lulu Roman was our "Mystery Guest"

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 05:33:00 -0700

What a pleasure for us to have had Lulu Roman on our show last night. Lulu shared with us the struggles she had as an orphan. Her life changed when she meet Buck Owens in a Dallas Night Club and he invited her to be on Hee Haw. Hee Haw ran for 25 years and Lulu was on the first and the last show.

We were so impressed with her openness, and her honesty. Lulu shared the struggles she battled prior to discovering the lap-band. Lulu had lap-band surgery in 2004 suffered complications due to a stomach infection; ultimately she had to have the lap-band removed. Lulu dealt with an open wound for eight months before finding a new surgeon who could place another band in her. Thankfully this surgery was successful and to date Lulu has lost 190 pounds.

Lulu has dedicated her life to the Lord and sings Gospel music now. As a special offer to our listening audience Lulu is offering a 3 pack CD package for $40.00 plus free shipping, visit her website at http://www.luluroman.net/ and mention you heard her on "The New You" Radio Show to receive this special offer.

Plastic Surgeon, Matthew R. Schulman, M.D.

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 08:56:00 -0700

Dr. Schulman is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College and completed his training in both General Surgery and Plastic Surgery at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where he served as Chief Resident. He currently holds an academic appointment at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and has operating and admitting privileges at The Mount Sinai Hospital.
http://www.madisonavenueplasticsurgery.com/

Dr. Schulman is also participating in the "Walk From Obesity" event that is right around the corner.
FOR INFORMATION - go to: http://www.walkfromobesity.com/

Food Glorious Food

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Wed, 6 Aug 2008 19:00:00 -0700

What a great show tonight. Our guest Eric Klein of Obesity Help was not able to join us; so we had to improvise. Our wonderful chatters came through for us and gave us some wonderful food ideas.

One listener introduced us to a new yogurt Skyr. Check it out at http://www.skyr.is/ lots of great recipes are listed on there as well.

Melting Mama saved the day with these nuts. Snacktrition Sea Salt and Pepper Cashews. Cashews pack more than a dozen different vitamins and minerals like iron and protein and are naturally free of trans-fats and cholesterol. We made Health Baked Sea Salt & Pepper Cashews with Fiber because we wanted to share the love. If you would like to try these amazing nuts for free check out Melting Mama's website http://www.meltingmama.net/wls/2008/08/snacktrition.html

Jeff also shared the Protein Drink he swears by Premier Protein Shake
Introducing the Premier Nutrition Protein Shake in a convenient Tetra Pak®. Each delicious shake contains 30 grams of high quality protein, 3 grams of fat, and only 1 gram of sugar! Try the Premier Nutrition Protein Shake today. Now available online and at select Costco locations.

Martha shared a protein drink she can't live without Click Espresso Protein Drink. Boost your energy, curb your appetite, burn fat so you can perform. Check out their website at http://www.drinkclick.com/

We hope you enjoy these great products. If you have a product our community would enjoy please share them with us at info@thewlscoaches.com

Thanks

~Cher & Jeff~

The WLS Coaches

ObesityHelp Founder, Eric Klein

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Mon, 4 Aug 2008 08:46:00 -0700

Join Cher & Jeff as they welcome the Founder of ObesityHelp, Eric Klein.

Eric established ObesityHelp.com and the Association for Morbid Obesity Support in 1998 in order to reach the 5 million+ people (there are this many in just the United States alone!) who suffer from morbid obesity.
If you are looking for information on treatment of this condition, looking for fun and companionship with peers with similar experiences, looking for ways to help fight discrimination against obesity, or (hopefully) looking for all three, then you've can go to the right place at www.obesityhelp.com

We hope to "Hear" you there.

Date: 08/06/08
Time: 8:00 pm ET, 7:00 pm CT, and 5:00pm PT
Where: www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches
Call in number: 646-716-9413

Special Guest: Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Timothy Katzen

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 07:20:00 -0700

Dr. Katzen has the respected medical credentials you deserve. His board certification in plastic surgery means that he has met and surpassed the highest standards of his profession. He understands the value of honesty and integrity. He has made it the cornerstone of his post-surgical practice philosophy.

Dr. Katzen made plastic surgery after massive weight loss the entire focus of his practice. He has independently created novel and innovative plastic surgical techniques that minimize scars and maximize skin and fat removal. Dr. Katzen has performed thousands of post weight loss procedures. Approximately 99% of Dr. Katzen’s patients have lost 100 pounds or more. He has even operated on several patients who weighed over 800 pounds before gastric bypass. Most of his patients have had gastric bypass or lap banding; however, approximately 30% have lost significant weight through diet and exercise alone. Dr. Katzen has performed plastic surgery after massive weight loss on men and women, from ages 18 to 70. Dr. Katzen is an internationally recognized leader in the field of reconstructive plastic surgery after weight loss. He has lectured throughout the world on his innovative Powerlift or circumferential Bodylift. He has written and published many articles and book chapters. He has lectured on radio and the internet about plastic surgery after massive weight loss. In addition, he has appeared on many television shows and most television networks discussing plastic surgery after massive weight loss. Dr. Katzen is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Obesity Action Coalition, and American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the International College of Surgeons. In addition, Dr. Katzen is a Diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners and is a Qualified Medical Examiner. Furthermore, Dr. Katzen is the Director of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery at Century City Doctors Hospital. He has medical staff privileges at many other prominent hospitals in Southern California. Training is essential. Expertise is critical. However, equally important should be other weight loss patients’ experiences with Dr. Katzen. Dr. Katzen has many loyal and grateful patients who are willing to personally talk with you. See what other weight loss patients, just like you, have to say about Dr. Katzen. You can find hundreds of testimonials on www.Obesityhelp.com under patient reviews and on www.BodyByKatzen.com.
To find out if YOU are a candidate for reconstructive plastic surgery, come to one of Dr. Katzen’s many local seminars or schedule your personal consultation with Dr. Katzen TODAY. Dr. Katzen will provide you with an unhurried, thorough consultation and all your questions will be answered in great detail. He will take the time to thoroughly explain all your treatment options. To schedule your consultation or to attend one of Dr. Katzen’s local seminars, call toll free 1-888-KATZEN-0 or contact us through www.BodyByKatzen.com.

Plus a product review from Melting Mama!

Colleen Cook - Success Habits: Research, Lessons & Challenges

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 03:53:00 -0700

Join Cher & Jeff this week, as they welcome back, the President of Bariatric Support Centers International, Colleen Cook.

Colleen is a weight-loss surgery patient from 1995. Her extraordinary company specializes in providing long-term education and support services for weight-loss surgery patients. She is also the founder and former chair of the National Support Group Network for Allied Health Sciences, a committee of the American Society for Bariatric Surgery.

Colleen is a sought after speaker & former host of her radio show, “Obesity’s Surgical Solution”. She is the author of the internationally acclaimed "Success Habits of Weight Loss Surgery Patients". She has an extensive background in group organization, meeting facilitation, and leadership training. Known as Ms. Enthusiasm, Colleen helps men and women from all walks of life recognize their extraordinary potential and then inspires them to aspire even higher.

Terri Levine

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:25:00 -0700

Please join Cher & Jeff as they welcome Terri Levine, The Guru of Coaching, and author of "Create Your Ideal Body" and the newly released, "Coaching Is for Everyone: Learn How to Be Your Own Coach at Any Age". Terri believes an ideal body is where you create the best weight specifically for you. It's easy to stay at that weight. You're healthy and well. You can enjoy your life and you feel good about yourself and the way you look. You're not overweight. You are just right for you. An ideal body is not determined by a chart, or someone from the fashion industry determining that you should weigh a certain weight, or that you should be a size 2 or 12 or 16. You determine what feels best for you and what you want for your own body. A person with big bones can't possibly be comfortable being the same size as a person with a small bone structure! The good news is that you can actually begin to eat by trusting your body. Your body, in a way, is its own magic pill. Your body has all the answers!

Terri will share with us how you can create your own ideal body.

When: July 16, 2008
Where: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches
Time: 8:00 pm ET 7:00 pm CT and 5:00 pm PT
Call in: 646-716-9413

We hope to "Hear" you there

~Cher & Jeff~
The WLS Coaches

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As promised Chef Leslie's Recipe from this week's show...

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN SALAD

Ingredients

Dressing
1 Tablespoon crushed red pepper
3 Tablespoons fish sauce (namm pla)
1/4 cup sugar
2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.

Chicken Salad
2 stalks lemongrass, tough outer layers and white parts removed; use only the tender green midsections
2 heads of endive
1/4 cup sesame seeds
7 garlic cloves
1 bamboo skewer, soaked in water for 30 minutes, then dried
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Vegetable oil spray
1 orange, peeled and sectioned, membranes removed

Directions

Heat the grill. While waiting for the grill to get hot, slice the lemongrass on the diagonal into paper-thin slices. Separate into individual rings and put in a mixing bowl. Thinly slice the endive crosswise. Add to the bowl and set aside.

Put the sesame seeds in a small skillet and dry-roast over medium-high heat, sliding the skillet back and forth over the burner to prevent burning, until the seeds turn golden (one to two minutes). Remove from heat and transfer in a bowl to cool. Set aside.

Thread the garlic cloves onto the bamboo skewer, spray with vegetable oil, and place on the grill over medium-high heat. Rub the chicken breasts with the salt and spray generously with vegetable oil. Grill (turning frequently to prevent burning) until the garlic is slightly charred (approximately four minutes). When the chicken is pierced with a fork, the juices should run clear (approximately nine minutes). Transfer to a plate.

When it is cool enough to handle, remove the garlic from the skewer. Slice the cloves in half, and add to the bowl with lemongrass. Slice the chicken diagonally into long thin strips.

Add to the bowl. Add the orange slices and sesame seeds, then add the dressing, toss lightly, and transfer to a serving platter.

Makes 6 servings

TLC's Big Medicine - Mary Jo Rapini

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Thu, 3 Jul 2008 06:21:00 -0700

The popular TV Show, "BIG MEDICINE" follows the personal stories of severely obese patients who turn to Houston’s Methodist Weight Management Center as a life-changing last resort. One of the most innovative bariatric surgery practices, Methodist adheres to a long-term, multidisciplinary approach that includes a plan for lifelong follow-up. Mary Jo Rapini is a part-time Psychotherapist at the Methodist Weight Management Center.

Plus another great WLS recipe from Chef Leslie!

When July 9, 2008

Time: 8:00pm ET 7:00pm CT and 5:00pm PT

Where: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches

Call in line: 646-746-9413

We hope to "HEAR" you there!!

Obesity Help- Yvonne McCarthy & Friends

info@thewlscoaches.com (The WLS Coaches) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 06:03:00 -0700

Please join Cher & Jeff as they welcome back Yvonne McCarthy and her co-founders of RYD, Ramon and Debra. They will discuss their own "WLS" journey.

"WLS" brought these three wonderful people together; now they share their wisdom, passion and commitment to the community via OH conferences and the Texas Message boards on ObesityHelp.

Joe Nadglowski from the OAC will be on at the top of the hour to share how successful the Walk on the Capitol was and how you can get involved.

Date: 07/02/2008

Time: 8:00pm ET, 7:00pm CT and 5:00pm PT

Where: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches

Call in number 646-716-9413

We hope to "Hear" you there!!