I had my gallbladder removed years ago. why am i having pain like a gallbladder attack after eating, although not as intense and even w/ healthy food?

Hard to answer: Worth investigating with your doctor. If you have jaundice (yellow skin or eyes) there could be a retained stone. If you have an ulcer, symptoms might be nearly same. If there is abnormal flow through the end of the bile duct, you could have symptoms. Can't tell much from your description, however, if you see a doc, they can seek more information and hopefully guide you through a few tests to help.