Strassburg Sock & My Awesome Sister | Keto Reset
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- čas přidán 13. 09. 2024
- This last week, I sort of overdid it on the physicality (a lot) and I talk about it in this video. I also talk about eating out (ugh). But there's a ray of sunshine, and it's so incredibly bright: my sister is here! She's helping, and I can't tell you how great that is.
In the video, I mention the Strassburg Sock, which helps stretch my calf muscle when I sleep, or when I'm sitting around doing nothing and want to stretch. Here's the link:
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Love your channel
I am resetting also. Last year I lost 43 lbs and I am almost 72 yrs old. My diabetes is so much better
and I am feeling well. I love watching your videos because you are just you and not pretending to be perfect. We all fall but have to remember how far we've come. I have made many of your recipes and they are wonderful. You are my inspiration so keep on going and I will continue to watch keep my journey on track. Thank you
Very happy for you! Stories like yours inspire me too. Thank you! Big congrats on your weight loss and diabetes improvement.
Oh my, Dot. I feel like you do so much for all of us with your videos. Please take of yourself. From my end, I will pray for you and send you positive/healing energy.
Thank you
I’m not on Keto anymore but still love your videos, you might consider vlogging your life a bit sometime because you’re relatable and funny and we need more ladies our age on CZcams. 😊 I switched to a Mediterranean diet but one tip I learned while researching that might help when you dine out is to order extra large salads, then one entree to share, with extra sides of vegetables. For instance, my husband and I get a large salad, split a fish filet or other protein, and ask for extra asparagus. For the wine temptation, drink a full glass of water when you’re seated. It makes it more difficult to overindulge in any other beverage! Best wishes with your reset and getting healthy and feeling great!
Rene' S I think that is great idea! Sometimes I order some club soda with a twist of lime and that helps resist wine or at least a second glass. Haha!
hey dot.. whats works for me..... crystal lite and water of course.no other drink and also have braggs vinager in it also. helps keep my body alkline;];];] good luck;];];]
Rene'S thanks for the tip. Mediterranean is a good choice (it is part of the low carb family of diets). I'm looking at more lifestyle videos. To me, keto isn't just about food. I believe health is 95% diet and 100% mental. That mental side is the tough part.
Rene' S great tips!
Congratulations on your weight loss!
I'm hoping you are still moving forward on your low carb journey.
So great you are getting help, so you can get some 'me' time Dot..
You post has made me rethink my own situation..
Thanks for sharing..😃
Thank you and here's hoping you find a solution.
Glad you have your sister.
Hope your leg gets better soon!
Best wishes to all of you! Blessings Jennifer 😘 😅
Thank you and leg doing much better today. Amazing what the sock and stretching can do.
I am so happy things are better for you and your mother. I have been where you are with 2 grandparents and more recently my own mother. I understand the stress!! I love your channel and the recipes are awesome! You are such a inspiration!!! Keep the great work! Praying for you and your family!!! God Bless!
Thank you!
Good for you...don’t quit. It is so easy to give up and give in. But, you are pushing through and I applaud for it!
Dot, I totally understand how you can lose your own health when you are the caregiver for a loved one. I took care of my mom and oldest sister here in my home until they both passed away. At the end of that traumatic period I weighed 345 pounds, was pre-diabetic and unable to walk without being absolutely air starved. My daughter had to start taking care of me. I saw a pattern about to repeat itself so I went on the Keto food plan and I got my life back and so did my daughter. Its hard to focus on you when all your attention is on someone else. I'm glad your sister is helping you out now. Maybe you can get back to your strict keto routine, meal prep and exercise so you can regain your health and control. I wish you much success and a speedy recovery.
I'm very sorry to hear about your mom and sister. But awesome you spotted the pattern for not only your sake but your daughter's. Thank you for the well wishes and good luck to you on your keto journey.
Hi Dots, im happy that your sister is giving you a extra hand with your mom. Im sorry about your left foot situation and I hope you find heal and strength again. Please don't stress and get sad everything will be resolve. You been through a lot and surpass worst obstacle than this. Keep it positive and keep doing your normal routine. You are on the right path and God is by your side. Take it easy and keep it safe. 💙💜❤💛
It's about baby steps. I need to relearn to be grateful for my progress, no matter how small.
Wishing you the best on your reset of the reset!
Thank you
I have a suggestion that might just help with the eating out thing. 3 years ago I began back to back surgeries to replace my hips and knees. As soon as I was recovered from one I scheduled another. Changed my life! During the times I was able to cook I began to make double batches of dishes that freeze well so I would have some already prepared food as a backup for the post surgery days before I was able to cook again. It really helps even if you're not trying to eat right and probably not a bad idea at any time to have a few things made ahead. Hope this helps! So glad ypur sister is there to help with your mom! As a caregiver to my own mother I know how much help means! Take care!
Jan Moss I did double batch cooking before I had kids (last month) and before a trip when I was away but the family was not. There was always something to eat in the freezer that was home made without the added sodium, sugars and fat. I still do it from time to time just to have something “just in case”.
@@esabiha I remember to do that once on a while. I rarely have space in my little freezer compartment on my fridge. I really need a small chest freezer again.
I agree with the big batches. I normally use Sunday as my food prep day -- making meals for the week or large batches for freezing. That stopped the last few months. I'm getting back to it starting tomorrow (my grocery shopping day). It makes everything easier.
@@Dot2TrotsLowCarbLiving in the long run it sure does! Hoping for a fast recovery for you!
One of the benefits of this lifestyle is becoming so much more aware of how we have become addicted to eating patterns. I avoid dining out for the very same reasons, plus I immediately begin to minimize the potential cheat or try to justify that it is only ONE meal. The mind and habit are powerful things and often they win if I’m dining out.
I do celebrate when I have been strong and had a carb item exchanged for broccoli or Brussels Spouts etc. I view this as a major win as it shows me that my mind is healing and my distorted view of certain foods growing weaker.
It really is amazing how quickly bad habits take hold vs. good habits. For me, I've focused on easy to simplify my life over the last 4-5 months. That means bad habits took hold again.
You're doing an amazing job. This is long haul stuff and a little hiccup along the way won't stop you. Take care of you and forgive yourself a little. I'm doing the restarted restart with you too. My challenge revolves around my daughter's drill team schedule and all the long day meets. We will get through this temporary sludge pit and be so glad when we get the other side. :) You aren't alone.
Thank you and yes...it is a little hiccup.
Don’t make excuses just do the exercises it takes less energy than thinking up excuses not to them. Yea I am a tough love person. However if you do the exercises you will move better.
Agree
Hi Dot, I'm so glad your better taking care of you. I've not shared this however my keto battle is all over the place... my FIL has Parkinson's disease and is battled it for 10 years, however He recently started deteriorating quickly, I've now moved 6 hours from my home in East Texas to West Texas- and my Inlaws eat mostly out of boxes... I'm a 6x cancer conquer so I have had a certain diet for many years... and went mostly Keto in the past year due to 8" of my intestines being removed and Keto has been working better...
So as I've been co.ing here since May, my weight had been all over the place... mostly up! 😕. So now that im here more due to Dads decline, im allowed to cook more, so im introducing more Keto to them... they love it, however some days it just won't work for them... soooo I do what I can, and know when Dads journey ends, I'll be able to get much more strict and will feel so much better.
Prayer continued for you.
Blessings
Very sorry to hear about your father, but congrats on kicking cancer's ass! I think it is all about doing what you can when you can. Life happens and it isn't always pretty. Sending prayers your way!
Dot, we are all human and hopefully have healthy human emotions that lead us in many directions. One emotion can lead to another emotion. Phychological emotion can lead to physical difficulties. And Visa versa. Please don't try to do stairs until your stronger in your lower extremities. I don't know why I told you that. Your one heck of a smart lady. I have so much confidence in you because of your great attitude about life and family. Because of your love for life and your compassion to share with others. I work as a rehab tech in physical therapy inpatient dept. I saw much progress in those clients who deep down inside had that want to get better. Thank you for caring and sharing your thoughts. Love, Tamson.
Thank you. I've had 2 days in the row of doing my stretches as scheduled and wearing the magic sock to bed. And I immediately saw the difference! The pain I was in this weekend taught me a lesson. I don't want that again! Being physically active is too important to me in this lifestyle.
@@Dot2TrotsLowCarbLivingDot, great for you!! I knew you could do it. Woohoo!! on the road to recovery. Thanks be to God he always stays by our side. Thank you also for loving all of us too. Keep loving you. Keep looking toward the beautiful sunshine. Love, Tamson
First, ouch! Second, I'm happy you are finally at the point where you can focus on you and your health. I'm also happy your sister is there to help take some of the stress off of your shoulders. You've got this.
Thank you
..can you do a Keto recipe for EggNog?
Might be possible, I'll put it in my to-do :)
have you tried foam rolling for your calf?
Yep, got one, and it helps :)
So happy and excited for you Dot! Sorry to hear about your calf muscles in your left leg. With regular stretching, will they elongate again and return to normal functioning? So happy your sister has arrived. That is great. You three gals will enjoy each other. 😊
Thanksgiving dinner was a hit. I overheard my brother in law say he liked the (Keto- Gluten free) stuffing better than the traditional one. Score!
I am going out for dinner with the girls to an Italian restaurant later this week. Yikes. I know I will be able to order something without pasta but still. . . and I will offer to drive so I will easily resist ordering wine. Hopefully I got this. Then I have dinner out the next night with my hubby at a function we have been invited to and I will look forward to a glass or two of wine that night.
Regular stretching and the magic sock will eliminate the pain and bring back functionality. But I'm looking at at least 6 months of consistency -- that's key. Sounds like you have a good plan for the Italian restaurant. Just beware of sauces -- they love putting sugar in red sauce and flour in white sauces. But all you can do is make the best decision and enjoy yourself while being mindful of what you are eating. Wine definitely makes that harder. Good luck!
Dot2Trot's Low Carb Living Thanks Dot! I will be mindful.
Glad your sister has arrived to pull up the rear. Take care of yourself, I see lots of good suggestions and well wishes from your fans. Those few hiccups won't matter in the scheme of things as we are on this journey for life and face it, a lot was going on, so don't be so hard on yourself. We are our own worst enemy (it's a female thing). Look forward to seeing you back on track, God bless you!
Thank you :)
I have Achilles tendinitis also and it’s flaring up this week.I feel ya.If I could cook like you I would never eat out
I'd love to cook in more, but this flare up makes it much more difficult to stand. Good news: no pain today so I can make my own food.
Hi DotI saw one of your videos, where you lost so much weight on Keto. Started to cook you recipes and I have lost 20 pounds. I have more energy for a 77 year old woman that I have had in years. Keep up with your videos, I enjoy everyone .Mary
Congrats! Very happy for you and that the recipes are working for you.
Oh wow Dot, while I'm happy to hear about your mom and sister, I'm so sorry to hear about your foot/ leg troubles 😥. Reminds me of a previous MS attack i had, when I unintentionally and unknowingly tore my meniscus, slowly over time, just from walking up and down my street doing nightly walks, because my body just didn't know how to control my muscles properly. (That happens). So yeah, one day I just woke up and mysteriously needed to use a cane and even a wheelchair on long trips. Haha, selfish Pity party over 😌 ANYWAY, that's history. Just wanted to let you know that I can definitely relate. And what you described with your foot not flexing correctly is also similar to an MS thing I can have in occasion, it's called foot drop. I think there are electronic things they have that can help with that...If one has it debilitatingly enough (I do not)..I wonder if there is something your provider could obtain that would help in your particular case?
Oh, and also!! My husband purchased (for himself) a sort of boot that he would wear at night, and it did pretty the same thing that your strassburg sock does !! If you ever are unhappy with yours, look into it. It was easy enough to get on Amazon... Large Cam Walker Fracture... www.amazon.com/dp/B005HDHZQW?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Any way, sorry about this little novella, LoL, it just hit home for me and I wanted to send you some positive thoughts!!👍
Gonna make some of your cloud bread now 🤗
Feel better!!
Thanks for the tip on the boot. The sock, along with the stretches, are doing the job for now. I feel much better today but just need consistency! A few years ago I tore my meniscus but not as bad as you did. Hope you are healed up now! Thanks for the positive thoughts.
Dear Dot, I watched this and thought isn't it so true that most of us maturistas go through similar situations, usually at the time of life when we should be enjoying life after shedding children and jobs. Of course it doesn't happen! And we somehow feel guilty for everything that does happen. As far as keto is concerned, isn't it supposed to be a lifestyle? And life goes up and down. I still believe it is great, but hey I'm off on a cruise with my husband next week. The food isn't a problem until after martinis. I have discovered that discipline dissolves in alcohol! Keep up the exercises for yourself! Love from UKx
You ain't kidding about alcohol's effect on discipline!
Maybe getting a stool, even one with a back on it for working in the kitchen so you can cook, but stay off your feet. Hang in and keep going. Love your positive attitude and Vulnerability. Reminds me we all have struggles to work around. Blessings!
We have stools in our kitchen and I'm using them, but I need to walk around every 20 minutes -- one or both of my legs will "fall asleep." Not fun.
Dot2Trot's Low Carb Living
It’s not easy. I have had planter fasciitis and I’m praying you will heal quickly. This won’t defeat you. Praying for you and I’m so blessed and thankful for you.
You're so lucky to have your sister there. Thank God! Now its your time to heal. Would magnesium help your calf muscle at all? I find eating out problematic also. I always end up ordering hot wings and salad with blue cheese dressing. Its always good but not much variety.
I'm taking magnesium and also starting magnesium baths. It helps to relax the muscles before bed. The cramps are gone now so I know it's working.
Get a tripod! I about got car sick
Sorry about that
Im going to try carnivore for a bit. Love keto but im trying to get better health results . Then return to keto. Mabe will see how I feel.
Carnivore is the ultimate keto! Husband will be posting a video on his carnivore challenge soon!
Thank you so much for your video. I appreciate the reminder to add plantar fasciitis stretches to my regular daily exercise. I agree wholeheartedly with you that eating out is a great way to sabotage our Ketogenic Lifestyle. It was a near-constant setback when I would agree to go out. I am getting back into my old routine of a delicious and filling BPC every morning to start my way of eating off on the right foot. I will be starting the Keto Carnivore Diet as of this morning. I weighed myself upon rising (using three scales...2 electronic and 1 is my Health-O-Meter “doctor’s office sliding weight scale) and was amazed that both electric scales were off by at least 1 to 2 1/2 pounds. I’ve begun my diet journal in writing down what I eat, when I eat and the carb content as well as my daily weight, my water intake and my hours of sleep. It gives me such control and a mental block to stopping myself from indulging...”nope; I’ll have to write it down if I eat that”. I drink at least a gallon of water per day and try to get at least 8 hours of sleep daily. The last is the hardest! I’m also thinking of adding an “emotion” section to advise my mental health at the start of each day to see exactly how what I ate the day prior made me feel (tired/lethargic, happy/content, etc.). I’m so happy for your Mom, your sister and for you. I know the stress taking care of a loved one can create. We women have a tendency to forget our personal needs when others take precedence in our lives. Keto On, Dot!
Wow you really have a solid plan. The husband is planning to go carnivore for a month. His is more of an elimination diet to help us figure out what is giving him digestive problems. Very happy you mentioned sleep. That is so important and many people don't realize that lack of sleep screws up the hunger/satiety hormones. Good luck!
use your cell phone alarm to remind you when to do your stretches. Don't ignore the alarm. I use some of your recipes & freeze them. I would not like cooking dinner every night. Too much work. Best to you & family
I've started using the alarm yesterday and that helps a lot. But you are right, I have to get into the habit of stopping what I'm doing instead of ignoring the alarm.
You are a sweetheart! While I LOVE your cooking videos, I eat pretty basic: a protein, veg and fat for each meal, and when eating out it's a chicken salad. You might give it a try while dealing with these stressors in your life because it's pretty easy. Oh....and 🍷 is included!
I'm all about simple eating for 90% of the time :)
Dear Dot, I'm so sorry to see your physical challenges. Get well then worry about weight. I love to watch your dessert videos but I've never made them because I can't enjoy that much fat in my macros. I have RA in my knees and hips and can't exercise enough to burn the calories. I keep my total calories to 1400 - 1600 a day, int the Keto macro formula. Most of my healthy fats are in the form of egg yolks and coconut oil.
I'm not being at all judgmental, I just want to see you achieve the weight loss I know you want. You'll always be a lovely gal! Eat Well, LK. (That's how I sign all my emails ..... :)
I think macros are personal -- not everyone is the same. If having less fat works for you then that is awesome! For me, the weight loss will come once I stop eating foods I know I'm not suppose to (and last night I was 100% successful!). It's all baby steps.
When you go out just eat only half of your meal and take the rest home for the next day!
I've done this on occasion and it does help. I think I want to cut back on going out right now. Besides not knowing the ingredients, it is costing us too much money!
my son had to have surgery for that.
I hope he is fully recovered. I'm looking at surgery if I don't start stretching consistently. I'm 2 days in to the renewed commitment and I feel the difference already.
hi dot glad things are looking up...i saw this reciepe on a u tube channel i like..my question to you is... could this be intergrated as a keto meal?..czcams.com/video/oAVdpC7hiDU/video.html my guess is yes..but im new as of aug20... to day i weight my self and im down 22 pds since aug. slow and steady wins the race;];];] stay strong and positive things will work out for the best for you;];];] thanks for all that you do;];];]
Congrats on losing 22 pounds! That is awesome. That recipe can be turned keto. If you are looking to dramatically lower the carbs, I'd use 1 C of onion and rethink the root vegetables (which are high in carbs). Radishes or 1/2 a Rutabaga can work. 1 carrot can be ok, just depends on how many the dish serves. And of course leave out the sugar. If you want the sauce sweet, I'd recommend a low carb substitute or instead mix in some heavy cream with the sour cream. Let the dairy's natural sweetness replace sugar. As for the flour, I'd use guar gum (1/4 tsp at most). And instead of 1 cup of wine, I'd use 4 ounces and make the rest up with beef broth. Cheers!
Have you tried foam rolling for your calf?
YES!!! I forgot I had one in my basement. Husband dug it out this weekend and I'm using it along with my stretches.
Those things are a godsend to me.