I eat the salads almost all the time too. I think it helps curb my appetite which has always been my biggest problem. I do, however, feel sometimes like I'm going to die if I have to see another salad, so I will do the extra veggie thing or have a cup of cabbage soup or some coleslaw before eating my RM. For me, I think it's key for appetite control, but like just about everything else you have to evaluate it for yourself.

Deb