Kim I was actually looking forward to having a big salad. After my 6 week post-op appointment with PA and nutritionist, she gave me the green light. As I was walking out, she reminded me to call her after my lunch. I should have known something was up, so off to lunch I went. Salad wasn't a good friend of my new tummy! 

Love yourself for the journey that you've been on, respect your new tummy and introduce salad to it gently. I'm 4 years out and  celery, onion, bell peppers still aren't my friend. I"ll wait a couple of months and test those items above. As of today, my tummy still doesn't like them. I can tolerate a few onions or bell peppers in an entree but my "friend" doesn't appreciate it. I truly don't miss them, too many other herbs and veggies out there to enjoy.

the only fat I avoid are trans fats. but.... I also look at what is the source of the fat and I avoid soy oil, hydrogenated oils, canola oils.. 

anything else - is a fair game to me.. 

avocado, nuts, bacon, meats, eggs.. etc.. 

Ohh didnt actually check the date

Found the article to be informed so wanted to share :)

I'm a bit confused. When looking at labels, which of these should I be looking at or should I combine both when choosing the right foods? Thanks!

A single serve packet of cashew butter was the first soft food I ate once I was cleared to progress out of full liquids. No problems for me, but nut butters are not a trigger food for me.