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Pre and Post Surgical Diet
Healing Through Pre-Surgery Nutrition
Watching how and what you eat prior to surgery is imperative in preparing for a successful, stress-free procedure. Eating right can go a long way in helping to prevent postoperative swelling and inflammation, and can assist the incisions in healing at a faster rate.
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Tart Cherries Will Sweeten Your Surgical Recovery
Tart cherries are clinically proven to be an incredible supplement for reducing inflammation. The incorporation of tart cherries in your diet pre and post-surgery will help with inflammation, sleep, and blood pressure control. The key supernutrient in tart cherries is anthocyanins. This powerful antioxidant is what gives plants and fruits their...
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Blood Sugar Control and Wound Healing
Multiple studies have shown that keeping your blood sugar well controlled improves wound healing and decreases wound healing complications. Consistently high blood glucose affects the microcirculation of blood flow and decreases the amount of oxygen delivered to the wound. This is especially important for patients who have diabetes since stable...
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The Superstar Foods for Optimized Wound Healing
Every operation creates wounds. When the post-operative healing process begins, your body will depend upon the necessary nutrients and building blocks to repair those surgical wounds. The human body’s natural ability to heal itself involves a marvelous and intricate process that ultimately results in new tissue formation and extracellular...
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