Salad?

Hi all, I will be 9 weeks post op RNY on Monday and I forgot to ask my dietitian when could I eat salad greens.  I love salad and usually order that when I go out to a restaurant.  I am going out this weekend and would love to order one but am not sure I can have it yet.  I called Hurley Bariatric Center but the Dietitian wasn't in today.  Does anyone know if it is okay to go ahead and order a salad while I am out? Thanks, Susan

I was cleared to try salad as soon as I could eat regular food.  I haven't had any problem with it at all and eat lettuce a lot. You might want to try a bit at home first, just to see how it's going to set with you.  I have read on the board that some people really have a problem and can't tolerate it.  You don't want to be out for dinner and have to go throw up!   Get a little bit and try it....just a bite or two....and then wait to see what happens.  And, as I'm sure you know, watch the dressing!

Watch it close it does not make me puke but it does tear me up later on.. And really watch the dressings witht he high oil content they can be brutal too.. Paul

I was cleared for lettuce (salads) after 3 months.  I did try little bits of lettuce and tomato in a taco prior to that (after 6 weeks) - went ok.  I don't really have an after effect. 

I would not try a new food out in public, try it at home first. Just remember to add protein to your salad. I do egg, turkey, cheese, etc.. to mine to make it worth eatting.  And yes, be very careful about the dressings, especially out in a restaurant. They're high fat and sugar!!! Some people carry their own dressing with them, I just ordered ranch on the side, and dip my fork into before picking up some salad - you use MUCH less dressing this way.