Although tummy tuck is a cosmetic procedure, being a surgical procedure it puts your body through as much amount of stress and trauma, as any other surgery would.
Much of the stress and trauma results from the surgical incision itself. Healing of the incision wounds is very important and diet plays an important role in this.
A right diet can speed up healing of surgical wounds and even minimise scarring. A very specific diet before as well as after the procedure can help you reduce swelling and inflammation.
On the other hand, wrong diet can worsen inflammation, reduce collagen synthesis needed for skin formation, reduce the strength of connective tissue and slow down body’s immune system.
If you’ll be undergoing tummy tuck surgery Coffs Harbour at PCLS Coffs Harbour, know about which foods you should eat and which you shouldn’t so as to enjoy smooth recovery and excellent results.
Diet before Surgery
First and foremost, you should avoid processed foods, particularly carbohydrates such as rice, bread and cereal, because they promote inflammation.
It’s best to eat foods that have originated directly from the earth, rather than food that come in a box, can or container, and is manmade.
Be sure you minimise carbohydrates and eat non-starchy vegetables in abundance as a main source of carbohydrates.
Several fresh vegetables and fruits consist of vitamin C, which is important for collagen synthesis and wound healing. Remember to consume these fruits and vegetables in abundance.
You should also consume foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as fatty fish and chia seeds, walnuts and flaxseeds. Even olive oil is anti-inflammatory and you can use it in cooking and as a salad dressing.
Diet after Surgery
Just after the surgery, you should have a light meal. This often contains clear liquids. You can slowly proceed to heavier foods that your digestive system can tolerate.
Once you come back to regular foods, once again you should start eating the same antioxidant and anti-inflammatory diet that you had before the procedure.
However, you’ll now need to have more proteins, because they are made of amino acids and are required to build new cells and structures all through the healing period.
Immune system cells are mainly made of proteins and help balance the body’s inflammatory response. Collagen is also a protein that your body needs for skin repair and scar reduction.
If you know the tummy tuck or liposuction surgery cost Coffs Harbour according to PCLS Coffs Harbour, you’ll find that eating healthy is well worth it.
To speed up the healing process, you should also avoid certain foods including:
Sugary Foods: Sugary treats don’t offer much in terms of nutrition; instead, they add unnecessary fat to your body, something you’ve just removed from the body.
Sodium-rich Foods: Sodium-rich foods should be avoided to avoid bloating.
Alcohol: Since alcohol can stop your recovery process, it’s best to avoid it for a while.
Following these tips will not only speed up your recovery process and give you your desired results, but also will make you feel good. Follow them and enjoy the good looks and feeling.
