Nutrients Important for Total Knee Replacement Recovery

Eating foods rich in the following nutrients is important for recovery.

Protein: Protein helps repair and build healthy tissue.

Iron: Iron works in each of your body’s cells to help make energy.

Vitamin C: Vitamin C helps your body repair damaged tissues, keeps your bones and teeth strong, and helps your body absorb iron.

Calcium: Calcium helps build and maintain your bones, your muscles move, your blood clot and your nerves send messages.

Fiber: Fiber helps your body produce regular bowel movements.

Examples of foods to put on your plate.

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Source: Allina Health