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What Foods to Eat Before Surgery to Help Recovery

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Catherine Schaffer

Following a nutritious diet is important for everyday health. If you are preparing for surgery, a healthy diet is even more important for you. Getting the right nutrients can boost your immune system and help you heal faster and it doesn’t mean you need a specialized diet.

Catherine Schaffer has been writing since 1990. Her articles have appeared in many medical journals and textbooks. Schaffer holds a Bachelor of Science from Baylor College of Medicine and a physician assistant certificate. She has written health and nutrition articles for various websites and teaches movement and nutrition to help women overcome chronic diseases and obesity.