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What are the Nutrition Recommendations for Patients Undergoing Surgery?

Nutrition is an important aspect of surgery prep and as a specialized surgery dietitian, I wanted to provide you with a comprehensive list of nutrition recommendations for patients undergoing ...

What are the best proteins for plastic surgery?

It’s no secret that amino acids are one of the main components of skin and muscle tissue, so it makes sense to increase your protein intake before and after plastic surgery (or any surgery). H...

What are the Best Foods to Eat Before Cosmetic Surgery?

The best way to feel prepared for your cosmetic surgery is to feed your body with the nutrients it needs. There are certain vitamins and minerals that you can add to your diet before your ...

What Should You Not Drink a Week Before Surgery?

Certain drinks should not be consumed the week before surgery for optimal recovery post-operation. Are you wondering what you should and shouldn’t drink before your surgery? As a specia...

What are Soft Foods to Eat After Facial Surgery?

It can be hard to find foods that meet your nutrition needs after facial surgery. Many patients find that they can barely open their mouths or suck from a straw. The solution is… Soft foods af...

Anti-Inflammatory Diet Before Surgery: Importance and Benefits

If you have surgery coming up, eating an anti-inflammatory diet can help you better prepare for the surgery and help you have a successful outcome. Surgical procedures can be a trigger for...

What are the Best Foods to Eat After Surgery? with a Plastic Surgery Dietitian

If you have been feeling low on energy after your surgery or just “out of whack”, chances are you may not be feeding your body what it needs for recovery and healing. There are some food...

Plastic Surgery Recovery: Tips from a Dietitian

Kylie Amanda, MS, RD Plastic Surgery Dietitian After spending so much time and money on the surgery itself, you want to protect your investment and maintain that result. Dozens, perhaps ev...