Salad days?

You might have some diarrhea, but other than that you should be OK. Just don't eat a huge salad as your first offering.

I had salad in the hospital before I was discharged after my 1-step and I lived to tell about it. Why have you waited six months?

Jan

I love going to Sweet Tomatoes where they have a salad buffet. At 6 months, things might pass through you quickly due to all the roughage. . .but I have no problems at 5 years.

The worst that can happen? Painful cramps from gas (damn you broccoli!).

But at 6 months, you should be fine. However, I'd add veggies to the salad a few at a time so it is easier to figure out what is giving you gas.

Enjoy your salads! I certainly love mine!

When I had a healthy colon I craved sweets....desserts, etc. Now, since having my J-pouch, I crave crunchy veggies, fruits and salads! Guess it's because I couldn't eat this stuff for about four years without paying a price. Now, I feel wonderful giving into this craving and, fortunately, my J-pouch is happy, as well! Best wishes!

I was eating salads right after takedown. The only way you'll know is to give it a try. Have a small salad and see how it goes.

Take it slow but do give it a try. I have mild cuffitis on and off and if it's "on" when I eat salad it can be really uncomfortable for the ~36 hours or so it takes me to get rid of all the plant fiber (yes, it really does stick around for that long!). Start with a small portion, chew well, and pair it with something binding like crackers, a roll, pretzels, etc.

Dog, we have Souplantation (same company as Sweet Tomatoes). Love the place. I have been going here since the early 80's, but it gave me gas when I had a colon too. Sometimes, I swear they add MSG. My friend calls it Souplantation farts syndrome. It affects everybody the same way. I do crave their tuna tarragon and that is why I keep going. Must always remember to put on a clothing that has an expandable waist line when you eat here.