Tastes change?

[brendani 69]

I am still considering VSG - 90% decided.

I drink Protein Shakes regularly now, as I go to the gym frequently and play basketball. It has always been overeating that kept me fat.

Did everyone's taste change so readily after surgery, or is this only something for a small percentage? I can't imagine all of a sudden not enjoying the flavour of the shakes I drink now.

[johnlatte 1,232]

I haven't noticed any change at all, for anything that I eat or drink. Some come here and say that happens, but I must be a different type of mutant. I liked the brand of Protein Shake that I use. (Premier). I drank them for a long time before surgery was a thought, and still drink them today.

[Ballermom 803]

I liked Premier Protein shake before but my taste did change after my VsG I couldn't tolerate the sugar in them and now I take nectar Syntax.

[Arts137 1,811]

Look up Ghrelin. That should make you feel better. The (removed) stomach makes it... so... you should be less hungry.

[Lissa 2,631]

Between the liquid diet and the ghrelin removal, I couldn't stand sweet stuff for quite a while post surgery. I like chocolate and some sweets now, but it's a whole different level of "like" than it was pre-op. I can take it or leave it for the most part. I'm actually on a mission now to de-sugar my life completely on the advice of my surgeon. He claims that sugar is by far the worst ingredient in the American diet and I definitely see his point. I don't crave fatty foods, but I definitely crave sugar for days when I allow it into my diet.

[brendani 69]

Thank you guys I appreciate the info.

[Taylor Webster 28]

The way certain things taste definitely changed for me. It has been a great thing for me though. I used to really hate a lot of vegetables and love the artificial sugary stuff. now I crave vegetables a lot and anything that has a lot of chemicals or artificial flavors tastes terrible. It is pretty great to not like the things that could get me into trouble.