Show Notes
What can you eat to help you heal well after reconstruction surgery?
In this pod Luan talks to nutritionist, Associate Professor Teresa Mitchell-Paterson, about what food choices you can make to help support your recovery from surgery.
Luan and Teresa talk about · Foods that may support wound healing · How you can hydrate after surgery · Foods to help with constipation · Can you have coffee? · What about chocolate?! · How to ease back into eating after your op
Links for this pod · Where to find Teresa · By Rosie Instagram account · Eat Well Guide · My Fitness Pal app · Cancer Council counselling · Box breathing
Where you can find Luan: Instagram Website LinkedIn
If you’ve found any of the content upsetting, please reach out and get help. Breast Cancer Network Australia has a free confidential helpline – 1800 500 258. Beyond Blue has a range of free resources online, or you can call them 24/7 on 1300 224 636.
The information in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. For personalised medical or health advice you should seek a consult with an appropriately qualified health or medical professional, or a FRACS qualified surgeon. Check with your healthcare team and a healthcare professional before taking any herbs, vitamins, and other dietary supplements.
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