First, you must physically prepare your body for the stress of undergoing surgery. Not all people have this golden opportunity, as some operations are urgent or even emergent. If you do have time to prepare physically for your surgery don t squander this opportunity. Right Good nutrition is paramount in keeping your immune system healthy. By eating a balanced diet with vitamin supplements in the weeks before your surgery you will have a higher chance of healthy wound healing and decreased chances of infection.
Dietary supplements are a controversial medical issue.
Suffice it to say that the best form of nutrition is a healthy balanced diet from the four food groups. There are some encouraging results from studies looking at various dietary supplements and their effects on health and nutrition. They will be reviewed in a future spinal column. If you are overweight it is a good idea to slim down before your surgery. This should be done gradually with safe and proven dietary modifications.