Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) - Behavioral Intervention

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Able and willing to sign consent form to participate in the study. 2. Age between 21- 99 years. 3. Scheduled to undergo ACDF surgery with surgeons in the departments of Neurosurgery or Orthopedic Surgery at NYU Langone. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with non-degenerative spine conditions, such as trauma, tumors, infection, radiation, and diabetes. 2. Patients with prior posterior-approach cervical spine procedures. 3. Patients undergoing ACDF revision procedures. 4. Patients who report a pre-existing dysphagia as the result of a neurological deficit or disorder, head and neck cancer treatment, and/or muscular condition. 5. Pregnancy. Female subjects must confirm they are not pregnant before enrolling in the study. 6. Patients with chronic kidney disease, limiting their ability to consume high levels of protein. 7. Patients with known allergies to ingredients listed in Premier Protein Clear drinks.