MAINTAININGHEALTH

POST-SURGERY

Regardless of the length ortype of surgery underwent,taking the necessary dietarymeans to maintain youroverall health is absolutelyessential, especially whenyour body lacks thestrength to counteractillness or other forms ofdisease. A well-balanceddiet full of nutrients andminerals is the most idealway to physically replenishyour body.

To avoid any digestive complications, consuming varioustypes of fiber, such as a wide range of fruits, vegetablesand insoluble whole wheat products is the best way toaddress any form of discomfort you may feel. Anotherimportant tip is to steer clear of any foods that wouldperpetuate any surgical complications such as overly

processed foods, dried fruits or sustenance that containsan overall lack of water and dairy products. Since sugarygoods or sweets are also examples of processed foods, it

is essential that you avoid consuming desserts high inwhite flour and white sugar.

Foods to Avoid

In order to aid the process oftissue regeneration andhealing wounds, consuming afair amount of protein is animportant way to regainsomeof the energy or strength youmay have lost during thesurgical process. As forbreakfast, protein shakescontinue to prove to be greatoptions to receive asubstantial amount of proteinin your diet for the daywithout consuming excessiveamounts of animal basedprotein.

If you are having issues with your digestive system, someprotein based foods that are best to consume are lean meats

such as poultry or turkey, along with seafood, eggs, nuts, beansand tofu.

Incorporating healthy fats fromproducts like olive oil, avocado,seeds and nuts are great foodsources that not only aid thebody’s absorption of vitaminsand minerals, but also improvesthe response time of yourimmune system. Similar toconsuming high fibercarbohydrates to restoreenergy levels, healthy fats alsoincrease overall energy,without causing any furthercomplications in your digestivesystem.

Some minerals that prove to be the most important sourcesto help replenish your body in this process are vitamins A, C,D, and E, which all benefit your health in specific ways for themost effective form of internal recovery. Essential produce toconsume are orange and dark green vegetables, citrus fruits

and melons that all help rejuvenate skin cells in terms ofwound healing.

A steady intake of vegetable based oils, nuts and leafyvegetables all collectively protects your body from freeradicals, while also preventing any sort of blood clotting

that could occur.

It is important to remember that for more specific foods toconsume, please contact your doctor or surgeon to verify

the most precise post-diet needs that you may have at thatpoint in time.