BillieLou

Hi. Wanted to give an update on the System Reboot now that week 1 is done. It has been a very good week, I have not felt hungry, I have been getting all my Fluid (except for Saturday - which I will get into in a moment), and I have lost 4 pounds.
Overall last week was typical and I maintained eating 4 ounces of Protein and 3 ounces of fruits or veggies at each meal. I have found the wonderful Koolaid SF liquid flavoring (Cherry is my fav) and it has helped me to control my sweet craving and get all my Fluid in. Saturday was a bit of a crazy day - was so busy and I didn't have any way to carry my Water with me. Need to not let this happen.
My goal for this week is to start adding in a some exercise now that I have been cleared by the Dr. I am going to start by using my stationary bike and doing some basic strength exercise at home.
Thank you everyone for your support.
BillieLou

Hi. Wanted to give an update on the System Reboot now that week 1 is done. It has been a very good week, I have not felt hungry, I have been getting all my Fluid (except for Saturday - which I will get into in a moment), and I have lost 4 pounds.
Overall last week was typical and I maintained eating 4 ounces of Protein and 3 ounces of fruits or veggies at each meal. I have found the wonderful Koolaid SF liquid flavoring (Cherry is my fav) and it has helped me to control my sweet craving and get all my Fluid in. Saturday was a bit of a crazy day - was so busy and I didn't have any way to carry my Water with me. Need to not let this happen.
My goal for this week is to start adding in a some exercise now that I have been cleared by the Dr. I am going to start by using my stationary bike and doing some basic strength exercise at home.
Thank you everyone for your support.
BillieLou

Hello. I am new to Vertical Sleeve Talk but I am not new to a sleeve. I had my surgery on 4/25/2011. I did really good for the first year but this year has been a bit rough. I have had some health issues (wrist injury) which caused me to be pretty much house bound for 6 weeks but it interfered with my ability to exercise for the past 3 months. Before this issue I had hit a plateau about half way to my goal weight.
At this point I have decided that I need to do a system reboot. This system reboot includes:
1. Finding a support community that understands what it is like to live with a VSG
2. Start eating according to plan again
3. Re-read my bariatric support books that helped me learn about life after surgery
4. Start a new exercise program that will accommodate my healing process (post ECU translocation)
5. Find out the true size of my sleeve by doing the Cottage cheese test (it is 6 - 7 ounces)
I am hoping that this thread will be beneficial to anyone who is also in need of a "System Reboot" and that together we can make it to our final goal weights together.

I have done a bit more research and have read of two alternatives that might be used (note that neither suggestion was from a medical site): oatmeal or ricotta cheese.< /p>
Hope that helps. Please remember you can also check with your surgeon or bariatric support center for additional information.

First full day of reboot is done. It has been a success on several layers. I have measured my food and food that I am filled on between 5 and 7 ounces of food. I did find myself grazing on beef Jerky during the late afternoon. My work day was ending and was sitting in a meeting and there it was and I just started nibbling. I didn't measure, just opened the bag and started in. I did catch myself about 20 minutes in and put the bag away. This is a bad habit that I have to break!
I have been working on getting all my Fluid in, which has historically has been a problem to the point of having having to be hospitalized for dehydration.
Tonight as a reminder point I am listing the signs and symptoms of dehydration:
Symptoms
By mayo Clinic staff
Mild to moderate dehydration is likely to cause:

· Dry, sticky mouth
· Sleepiness or tiredness
· Thirst
· Decreased urine output
· Few or no tears when crying
· Dry skin
· Headache
· Constipation
· Dizziness or lightheadedness Severe dehydration, a medical emergency, can cause:

· Extreme thirst
· Irritability and confusion
· Very dry mouth, skin and mucous membranes
· Lack of sweating
· Little or no urination — any urine that is produced will be dark yellow or amber
· Sunken eyes
· Shriveled and dry skin that lacks elasticity and doesn't "bounce back" when pinched into a fold
· Low blood pressure
· Rapid heartbeat
· Rapid breathing
· No tears when crying
· Fever
· In the most serious cases, delirium or unconsciousness Here's to Day 2 of System Reboot.

First full day of reboot is done. It has been a success on several layers. I have measured my food and food that I am filled on between 5 and 7 ounces of food. I did find myself grazing on beef Jerky during the late afternoon. My work day was ending and was sitting in a meeting and there it was and I just started nibbling. I didn't measure, just opened the bag and started in. I did catch myself about 20 minutes in and put the bag away. This is a bad habit that I have to break!
I have been working on getting all my Fluid in, which has historically has been a problem to the point of having having to be hospitalized for dehydration.
Tonight as a reminder point I am listing the signs and symptoms of dehydration:
Symptoms
By mayo Clinic staff
Mild to moderate dehydration is likely to cause:

· Dry, sticky mouth
· Sleepiness or tiredness
· Thirst
· Decreased urine output
· Few or no tears when crying
· Dry skin
· Headache
· Constipation
· Dizziness or lightheadedness Severe dehydration, a medical emergency, can cause:

· Extreme thirst
· Irritability and confusion
· Very dry mouth, skin and mucous membranes
· Lack of sweating
· Little or no urination — any urine that is produced will be dark yellow or amber
· Sunken eyes
· Shriveled and dry skin that lacks elasticity and doesn't "bounce back" when pinched into a fold
· Low blood pressure
· Rapid heartbeat
· Rapid breathing
· No tears when crying
· Fever
· In the most serious cases, delirium or unconsciousness Here's to Day 2 of System Reboot.

You've come to the right place! We'll give you plenty of support and I imagine there are others in a similar position.

Welcome!! I think it's great that you are "rebooting your system" and finding a community for support. That is the KEY to a successful maintenance. Good luck with your "new journey" and finding your goal weight!

Hello. I am new to Vertical Sleeve Talk but I am not new to a sleeve. I had my surgery on 4/25/2011. I did really good for the first year but this year has been a bit rough. I have had some health issues (wrist injury) which caused me to be pretty much house bound for 6 weeks but it interfered with my ability to exercise for the past 3 months. Before this issue I had hit a plateau about half way to my goal weight.
At this point I have decided that I need to do a system reboot. This system reboot includes:
1. Finding a support community that understands what it is like to live with a VSG
2. Start eating according to plan again
3. Re-read my bariatric support books that helped me learn about life after surgery
4. Start a new exercise program that will accommodate my healing process (post ECU translocation)
5. Find out the true size of my sleeve by doing the Cottage cheese test (it is 6 - 7 ounces)
I am hoping that this thread will be beneficial to anyone who is also in need of a "System Reboot" and that together we can make it to our final goal weights together.