Is popcorn a no-no?

Hey all! Does anyone know if we can have popcorn? Has anyone tried it yet? Just curious...thanks! Elisa

I've seen other people on the main board post about this. Tooter, to be specific. She eats popcorn, but she's way more than a year out. IMHO I think we are too fresh from our surgery, to go for it. Most common opinions say anything (within reason) after 6 months. Lots of carbs, but lots of fiber. Anything will be good past 6 months, in moderation. Be carefull. There are dietician/nutrition Natzi's on the various boards, and they will have a cow at the very idea that a "newbie" is even thinking of **gasp** eating popcorn. Don't want you to get upset if you get flamed. A lot of people get self-riteous (sp) and full of their own importance..... Guess that can happen when you can't get full of food Stay safe, and if you must indulge, don't try more than a couple, then wait a while and see how it goes first. I, myself, have been going through a bunch of pain and stomach upset, with my stricture, and would not bless the on anyone. Enjoy the journey, Gosh PS I should be voted the worst/grouchiest/whatever pain in the butt, not Gigi.

Gosh, that's the reason I came here to ask you guys! Since we are all new at this and going through the same things together, I knew none of you would get crazy on my a$$ for asking. I am so sorry you are having to deal with that darn stricture. I hope you get some relief soon! Elisa

Good, at least you know WE love you. Thanks. It'll be nice when I can actually eat something and keep it down. Gosh

Popcorn my favorite these days. My doctor said it was ok. Just take your time because you know how they have them stuborn unpopped kernals. The brand I was told to try was Healthy something in a green box and they are small individual bags. When I get the name I will get back to you. Good luck and be careful. Sherri

Ooooh Sherri for sure let me know what that brand is once you find out! Thanks! Elisa

I've had popcorn...regular and ketal corn and it went down fine, I didn't have any problems with it. No gas, no stomach upset. My doctor only restricted my diet for the first 6wks then I was able to eat whatever I wanted within moderation. I've had salad, fruit, just about anything I wanted but I only have a taste and I'm done. But I always stick to the rule of protein first Sylvia

Hi Sylvia! Yeah, I was under the impression that after 3 months most anything in moderation would be fine...or at least that's what I remember my dr's nurse said? I was given the green light for salads last month and I've been doing fine with them too. But of course protein first! Thanks! Elisa

I've had a few kernels of popcorn, probably no more than a handful at a time ... I think I'm too high on the carbs, so I avoid it, but I've tolerated it just fine. xosm

Thanks GG, I'm going to start out with a handful and see what happens. Elisa