Question:
I've always used lots of salt. Anyone have post-op experience with this?

You can tell I've just been approved; I am full of questions. I have always eaten my food with lots of salt. I haven't read anything about the effect of salt post-op. Anyone have experience with this?    — [Deactivated Member] (posted on June 30, 1999)

June 30, 1999
So much depends on your doctor & your type of surgery. For us, with our distal gastric bypass, we have no trouble with salt at all. I'm almost 5 years out and have never had that good ol' salt swelling we remember so well!
   — vitalady

June 30, 1999
I crave salty things. Popcorn, tortilla chips, pretzels. Love fat free pretzels, can eat them without feeling guilty rather than something like the tortilla chips.
   — dboat

July 1, 1999
Your taste and cravings change after the bypass surgery, and probably will affect your salt intake.
   — Joseph A.

July 1, 1999
I had my Open RNY 9 weeks ago, April 24, 1999. I use to like salt as well. Since I don't eat much food now, and I also eat different food now, I have been craving salt. I have found a answer for this. First, my surgeon (Dr. Marema) said that this is very normal. I have bought some pretzle rods at the store. I suck on them, (I don't eat them). After sucking on two of them, I am fine. I then throw the remaining pretzle away, and I have no more desire for salt. Hope this helps.
   — Paula D.

July 2, 1999
Hi, I'm 9 yrs post. I don't hardly use salt anymore. I do use many spices to change flavors but after the 3 months on clear liquids, my taste buds sharpened and I no longer feel the need for salt, besides, it makes me bloat like a fish. Take care. Christine in AK
   — Christine N.