Taste buds..

Do your taste buds ever go back to what they were??
I had VSG 6/19/13, down 42lbs and feeling good.
However, I used to love a nice cup of green tea, now it tastes gross. I miss it, will it ever go back to tasting the same?

For some, yes. For others, no. Based on what I've read.

For me, some things changed. I now like black coffee and only have a sweet one rarely.

Some things, like pasta and soft breads, just sit badly so I don't enjoy them anymore.

You adapt. It takes time.

Hi Candy, I just joined the group and having the sleeve on July 31. Same day as your back surgery. Good Luck, I know things will go as they are planned. I read your blog, CONGRATS!!!!! on all the weight loss. Did you have alot of loose skin? I know you are a lot younger than I am (64) I'm afraid of looking like a Sharpei dog LOL. My weight is 271, so I'm a little No a lot scared of the surgery. Please tell me how to calm down. I used to work for 16 cardiologists so I know how important it is to loose weight, but that does not lessen the fear. A friend showed me this website for support, I'm not that great on the computer so hope I can get back to your reply if you do. thanks Candy and you will be fine on the 31st as I will. Susie from Las Vegas

Great question, Sugar free jello and popsicles tastes to sweet now. Same thing with Propel Zero. Never thought I would say something is to sweet.  LOL

I don't understand how stomach surgery effects taste buds????

I've always had a thing for sweets.  Since surgery though, sugary treats often taste too sweet after a bite or two, which is a good thing!

 

When I was early post op tea made me gag, I am no t sure if it was the temperature or the taste.  I am happy to say that I am now able to drink it easily.  I am allowed regular green tea, regular white tea and otherwise has to be caffeine free.I actually drank 6 cups of hot tea at work today.

 

Anne

I am out 7weeks and my taste is so strange all the stuff that did taste good doesn't now but for some things that is good but i can not eat eggs in any form  so try what you can and don't worry about it  !