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Nutrition plays a big role in the healing process post partum.  Nearly, 20 % of all births are done by cesarean section. Whether you have a planned or an emergency c-section, you will want to move along the healing process in ways prescribed by your doctor. Here’s a look at some tips for eating to help with recovery.

 

Recovery Tip #1: Protein for recovery

Nutritionally dense foods can help with recovery and promote healthy scar formation. Protein helps to keep you feeling full longer, balance out your blood sugar and keep your energy levels up.

 

Recovery Tip #2: A-C-E your recovery

Vitamins A, C, E and zinc are all key in repairing skin and underlying tissue, as well as keeping your immune system humming away to control inflammation and direct wound repair.

 

Recovery Tip #3: Get Regular

You can help ease the process by upping your fluid intake from water, smoothies or soups, and making sure you’re getting good sources of fiber with every meal. This includes fruits, veggies and oatmeal.

Recovery Tip #4: Your Friend Fat

Fat fights inflammation. When there is significant inflammation in your body like there is after surgery, your body uses up a lot of these anti-inflammatory fat molecules and you need to give it more. Some anti inflammatory fats include olive oil, almonds and flaxseed.

If you have any questions on getting into the best shape of your life, please contact us immediately!

 

References:

 

http://www.bribotsford.com/. Accessed 17, December 2015.

 

Brent

Brent

President, Personal Training Manager at Body By Brent LLC
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