Recovery Supplements
OVERVIEW:
Adequate nutritional consumption is essential for preparing for the stress of surgery and mitigating the loss of muscle mass, strength, and functionality.(1)
To minimize symptoms prior to surgery, reduce risk of complication after surgery, and perform at your highest level, it is important to consume the right type and dose of nutrients, vitamins and minerals.(2)
These doctor recommended supplements are intended to support Pre-op and Post-op nutrition for optimal healing. Be prepared so you can best support your recovery and accelerate the healing process.
The ‘Top 8’ Supplement Ingredients for Recovery:
- Whey Protein
- Free Form Amino Acids
- Collagen Protein
- HMB
- L-Glutamine
- L-Arginine
- Alpha-Ketoglutarate AAKG
- Creatine Monohydrate
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin C
Doctor Recommended:
Juven® Orange Therapeutic Nutrition Powder
Shop online here: https://www.juven.com/where-to-buy-juven?ps-sku=66689
WHEN TO TAKE THEM: 1 week Pre-op & 2 weeks Post-op. *Optimally before or after a workout, or physical therapy session.
1. WHEY PROTEIN
Try This: Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Double Rich Chocolate, 2lb
Or Casein Protein: Dymatize Elite Casein Protein Powder, Slow Absorbing with Muscle Building Amino Acids, Smooth Vanilla, 2lb
Benefits: Whey provides protein and amino acids, which serve as building blocks for increased muscle growth. Whey increases the release of anabolic hormones that can stimulate muscle growth, such as insulin. And is high in the amino acid leucine, which is known to stimulate muscle protein synthesis at the molecular and genetic level.
Recommended dose: 26g per day
Research links: biomedcentral.com ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov(1) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov(2)
2. COLLAGEN PROTEIN
Try This: Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides Powder, Unflavored 1lb
Benefits: Most beneficial in improving joint functionality and reducing joint pain, along with certain improvements in body composition, strength and muscle recovery.
Recommended dose: 22g per day
Research links: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Try This: Nutricost HMB Powder (Beta-Hydroxy Beta-Methylbutyrate) 250 Grams
Benefits: May reduce muscle wasting and maintain or improve muscle mass.
Recommended dose: 3g per day
Research links: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Try This: Pure Encapsulations L-Glutamine Powder, 8 Ounces
Benefits: May improve wound healing and muscle protein synthesis.
Recommended dose: 6g per day
Research links: www.researchgate.net
Try This: Nutricost Pure L-Arginine Powder 1KG
Benefits: Helps to improve healing and reduce recovery time.
Recommended dose: 10g per day
Research links: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov(1)
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov(2) researchgate.net
Try This: NutraBio 100% Pure AAKG (L-Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate) - 500 Grams
Benefits: Helps the body rebuild muscle and reduce muscle loss after surgery or trauma.
Recommended dose: 3.5g per day
Research links: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Benefits: May help speed up recovery time.
Recommended dose: 5.4g per day
Research links: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Try This: KLEAN Athlete EAAs plus HMB orange flavor
Benefits: Essential amino acids or EAAs can decrease post exercise soreness, stimulate muscle growth, and assist in maintaining lean mass during periods of calorie restriction.
Recommended dose: 18g per day
Research links: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov(1)
*Eating a variety of healthy foods is the best way to get the nutrients you need. However, some people may not get enough vitamins and minerals from their daily diet. All of the above recommended supplements are backed by clinical research studies that show the ingredients support healing, reduce swelling, bruising and inflammation, and aid in pain control.