I am so glad I found this forum. I am 5 days post op and I am struggling with how much my taste has changed. I cannot stand anything sugar-free. It is waaaay too sweet. I drank the Preimer shakes before surgery and it is so sticky sweet that I have to water it down. I have added unflavored protein powder to jello and it still gags me. I'm so nervous that I won't be able to get enough protein in. Anyone else have these issues and what helped? I know it will be easier in a few weeks when I can add more food, but I am struggling right now.