Popcorn ?

[cscake 8]

I seem to crave salty foods and that includes popcorn. Is that an OK snack? Non buttered.

Thanks

[Lissa 2,631]

Whether it's an ok snack depends on how far post-op you are. Some here seem to eat it with no issues, while others (like me) don't do popcorn much or at all. I've had popcorn twice since surgery without issue. It's just not one of my favorite Snacks. Of course, I'm only 5 months out, so I'm still working on getting in all my Protein and veggies every day. I'd rather have cheese right now.

[clk 3,519]

I wouldn't do it anywhere near the first two months post op. You definitely don't want to screw with that staple line.

Pre-op I couldn't care less about popcorn. Now it's my favorite snack. Everyone's doc has different advice on this one, so maybe check with your surgeon. Some folks are told not to eat it for six months, some are never warned about it at all.

My only warning would be that you should measure portions accordingly. I can only eat one egg if I'm eating regular food but I can eat 2-3 cups of popcorn. I could probably eat more, but once I've had that much I'm not really in the mood for popcorn anymore. It is a trigger food for me, however. If I have it one night, I want it every night. I have to budget it in and only indulge once a week or I have a problem. I also prefer to pop my own as I can not only control how much salt/butter are used but it tastes better. I find that I way overdo it on the bagged junk but if I make my own it tastes better and I'm satisfied faster.

~Cheri

[SleeveDreamer 383]

My downfall was popcorn before my surgery. I am 9 weeks out and still can't eat bread so I would think I will not be allowed popcorn for awhile. Because of the swelling I was told. Too easy to get stuck. That's really the only hing I miss. DOn't miss bread or Pasta at all. I hate whole wheat pasta and just won't eat it!

[BKdoll 3]

I'm 11 weeks out and I have no problems with popcorn. Not a regular snack, but I certainly have to have some at the movies! I tried eating it around week 7 and that was too premature -- I ate a handful and regretted it for about an hour.

[grannyk 58]

I found a pre-popped popcorn at Sunflower Market that only has 8 carbs/2 cups. It is great and satisfying snack. I limit myself to once a week. I never had any popcorn until I was 7-8 months out. I bought some at a movie one night and found out it went down way to easy. Kathe

[SleeveDreamer 383]

I found a pre-popped popcorn at Sunflower Market that only has 8 carbs/2 cups. It is great and satisfying snack. I limit myself to once a week. I never had any popcorn until I was 7-8 months out. I bought some at a movie one night and found out it went down way to easy. Kathe

What brand is it please?? Thanks.

[SleeveDreamer 383]

I'm 11 weeks out and I have no problems with popcorn. Not a regular snack, but I certainly have to have some at the movies! I tried eating it around week 7 and that was too premature -- I ate a handful and regretted it for about an hour.

What happened when you tried it? I'm afraid to try!

[Roxyrooster 9]

I am 12 weeks out and have had popcorn 3 times. I have not had any difficulty but I chew it very well and don't stuff handfulls in my mouth like I did before surgery.