A Key to a Healthy Lifestyle
March is National Nutrition Month! The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly the American Dietetic Association) has delegated March as the month to focus attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.
Together, good dietary habits and incorporating appropriate daily physical activity can promote health and reduce risk for major chronic diseases. Proper nutrition is also very important while receiving Physical Therapy. Physical therapists support the need for proper nutrition and appropriate levels of exercise as important factors in leading a healthy lifestyle. Click here for more information.
Different foods have been shown to be beneficial in the healing process. A healthy diet can help your body heal properly after surgery. Protein-rich foods, like fish, egg whites, lean meats, and legumes, contain amino acids that can help your body heal quicker. Many fruits and vegetables contain vitamin C which provides antioxidant benefits. Finally complex carbohydrates, such as whole grains, provide rich amounts of nutrients, which support your body’s immune system, and fiber, which can help prevent or alleviate constipation while recovering from surgery.
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If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please feel free to contact Bird Physical Therapy – (785) 331-0106