Summary: It has long been known that eating potatoes is good for bowel health, but new research suggests that they may also have a beneficial effect on the whole immune system. Especially if eaten cold or in a potato salad.

Food historians tell us salads (generally defined as mixed greens with dressing) were enjoyed by ancient Romans and Greeks. As time progressed, salads became more complicated. Recipes varied according to place and time. Dinner salads, as we know them today, were popular with Renaissance folks.

It is said that the American potato salad was inspired by the Germans’ version. They brought their recipe to the United States at some point during the 19th century. Their salad dressing consisted of a combination of onions, bacon and some vinegar.

Macaroni salad is a type of pasta salad, served cold made with cooked elbow macaroni and usually prepared with mayonnaise. Much like potato salad or coleslaw in its use, it is often served as a side dish to barbecue, fried chicken, or other picnic style dishes.

“There are some studies on the timing of salads; the most significant findings suggest that you’ll eat more salad when it’s served first rather than with your meal.

After dealing with chronic bloat and stomach problems, I decided to ditch salads. Raw, cruciferous vegetables are tough to digest because they’re fibrous. If you have an unhealthy gastrointestinal tract or food sensitivities, then you’re more likely to have a bad reaction to digesting raw vegetables.

If you are on a healthy diet, then you must opt for low-fat and low-calorie salads like Sprouts salads, Bean salads with lean meat, Salmon Avocado salad, Turkey and Cottage Cheese salad, Fruit salad with low fat cream, Lentil and Tofu salad, Khimchi salad and the list goes on.

The most common order from the Kardashian crew is the Chinese Chicken Salad. The salad is made up of chopped romaine lettuce, shredded chicken breast, shredded carrots, pickled ginger, chow mein noodles, and a creamy sesame dressing.