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I had RNY gastric bypass surgery and according to my surgeon's directions, lettuce became acceptable at week 9 post-op.

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I started eating lettuce at about month 5 just have to chew it really well I've done fine so far

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I started at 8 weeks when I started my regular diet. I could hardly wait! I focused on the Protein, but would have a few bites of the rest of the salad along with it.

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Thank you everyone! I'm about scared to try it and definitely try to focus on Protein. I do love salads though so I was hoping to try them soon. My doctor seems pretty vague about eating guidelines.. kind of a test things out and see how it goes. So weird to go through all of this, have a two week check up, 6 week check up, then 3 months! I am thinking "wait, what?!"

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My doc said same thing. Trial n error once ur on phase 3, which i was moved to at 3 wk follow up appt. He said try each veg cooked and if all goes well then try them raw as salad. I cant wait to have a salad..... Never thought i would hear myself say that.

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Some good guidelines and info. I wish you luck in it! Salads can be yummy. Good Protein and good veg!

Just give it time, if it doesn't go well. I have had a difficult time transitioning to food. So if it is difficult, my nut gave me some great advice- think of it as physical therapy for your new digestive tract. Start small and simple. E.g. 1/4, 1/2 or 1 teaspoon of something everyday for a few days. Then repeat with just a little more.

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I'm rny, started eating salad about week 10....I have no problem with it at all. If you do a salad for a meal, get that Protein in there (chicken, shrimp, salmon, boiled egg, cheese, bacon) keep it all on the top so you can get it in. If you eat a side salad with your Protein, just focus on the protein source first, and then if room have at it with the salad.

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Update...

So i tried a salad. No bueno. It was like scotch tape in my throat. I was so upset i fealt i could cry n scared i would choke. I really wanted that salad. I'm week 5 so ill pump my brakes n give it another month.

CW 214

VSG 1/6/2017

SW 242 GW 140

Woohoo

...summer 2017 here we come :-)

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I was lucky I guess, I had my first salad 6 weeks post-op, not more than 3 bites but it tastes wonderful and I had no issues. Although so far the only bad reaction I have had is citrus anything which is sad but I'm hoping that it goes away eventually


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