Meals to help heal/ After Surgery Care in La Mirada

You’ve probably heard the expression “You are what you eat,” but did you know that it’s also true that what you eat has a big impact on your after surgery recovery? In addition to the healing from the actual procedure, it needs to repair tissue and replace fluids.  The extra activity that occurs raises your metabolism and may require additional essential calories and nutrients such as proteins and certain vitamins. Here’s what you can do to make your recovery as effectively as possible:

Eat enough protein.  As muscle tissue is damaged or moved aside during surgery, your body instantly tries to repair and make new muscle.  This requires protein. Add poultry, meat, fish, eggs, yogurt, cheese, beans and nuts to your meals and snacks.

Try out this lovely recipe for a protien boost:

 Bourbon Chicken

2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ginger
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup apple juice
1/3 cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup soy sauce

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large skillet.
2. Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned.
3. Remove chicken.
4. Add remaining ingredients, heating over medium Heat until well mixed and dissolved.
5. Add chicken and bring to a hard boil.
6. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
7. Serve over hot rice and ENJOY.

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