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After surgery and since we do not have to follow a specialized diet plan due to the operation, we must eat healthy foods that will help our body heal.

A balanced intake of the right nutrients will help speed up our recovery and avoid complications related to nutrition.

The following food categories are ideal to consume after surgery as they are rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients that the body needs for faster recovery.

1. Protein

The consumption of proteins is important for healing and repairing tissues as well as for the production of new blood cells, red and white, resulting in better oxygenation of tissues and better elimination of carbon dioxide through the lungs.

Good sources of protein include lean meat, poultry, fish, eggs, legumes, and nuts.

2. Fiber

Fiber aids in digestion and can prevent constipation, which is a common side effect of major surgery.

Foods high in fiber include vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes.

3. Antioxidants

Antioxidants help protect cells from damage and can reduce inflammation.

Foods high in antioxidants include artichokes, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, peppers, celery, tomatoes, watermelon, apricot, avocado, grapefruit, pomegranate, papaya, mango and fig.

4. Vitamin C

Vitamin C is important for wound healing and helps reduce the risk of infection.

Good sources of vitamin C are strawberries, oranges, papaya, broccoli, cabbage, spinach, tomatoes.

5. Iron

Iron, like protein, is essential for the production of new blood cells.

Foods high in iron include pork liver, beef kidneys and generally all animal organs, red meat, egg yolks, walnuts, beans and oats.

6. Magnesium

Magnesium has anti-inflammatory properties and helps reduce inflammation and swelling.

Foods rich in magnesium include spinach, cabbage, lettuce, almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, beans.

7. Zinc

Zinc is essential for the functioning of the immune system and helps the skin heal after surgical wounds.

Foods rich in zinc are mainly red meat, chicken, fish, eggs, legumes, pumpkin seeds.


Continuous hydration is important after surgery as the intake and, by extension, the elimination of fluids through urine helps to eliminate toxins and improve blood circulation, facilitating healing.

Also, consuming small and frequent meals without a lot of fat and without spicy foods helps to avoid indigestion and maintain stable energy levels in the body.

Foods that can slow down recovery and should be avoided after surgery are processed foods, foods with a high sugar content, caffeine and alcohol as they are all foods that can create inflammation, delaying wound healing.