Something I do from time to time, at least once a month...

There are times I realize I am eating more than I normally should, and the restriction is not up to par...

I will go full liquids for a day or 2, and things always settle down and return to normal...for me that is.

Some people call it the "5 day Pouch Test"...I'm not that elaborate, just 24-48 hours to give the band a rest...actually the pouch a rest.

I believe over use can stretch the pouch...enlarge it, just as our normal stomachs can expand in capacity with time....

I have seen x-rays of enlarged pouches, some severe...and it is enough to scare you....

So, my therory is to go all liquids...soups, smoothies, yougurt, etc for a day or 2, and when I do this I get full restriction back.

I have not had a fil in over 18 months, and I do this as regular maintence.....

I've been doing this from time to time or an event coming up where I might eat the wrong foods and that extra spoonful. It helps "tweak" me in.

Yes this does help. I also do this about once a month. Do liquids for about two to three days. Gets me right back where i need to be and I have not had a fill in a year.