{"id":680,"date":"2025-07-01T23:43:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T23:43:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caliciacare.com\/Staging\/?p=680"},"modified":"2025-07-02T00:33:23","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T00:33:23","slug":"test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caliciacare.com\/Staging\/test\/","title":{"rendered":"On a GLP-1 and Getting Surgery? Here&#8217;s Why You Need to Prioritize Nutrition for a Faster Recovery"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<p>GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro have been game-changers for weight loss. But if you\u2019re planning to undergo plastic surgery or any procedure that requires recovery, there\u2019s something important you need to know:<span>Less hunger = less food = less nutrition.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And when it comes to healing your body post-op, that\u2019s a problem.<br><\/p><p><br><\/p><h3>Why GLP-1 Users Are at Risk for Delayed Healing<\/h3><p><br><\/p><p>GLP-1s work by suppressing appetite and slowing digestion. That\u2019s great for weight loss, but it also means many people unintentionally undereat, miss protein goals, and become deficient in key nutrients\u2014all of which are crucial for your body to repair after surgery.<\/p><p>If you&#8217;re not getting enough:&nbsp;<\/p><br><p><strong>Protein \u2192 Your body can\u2019t rebuild tissue properly<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Iron \u2192 You may feel weak or dizzy and bruise more easily<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Vitamin C &amp; Zinc \u2192 Your wounds may take longer to close<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Healthy fats \u2192 Skin regeneration slows, and inflammation may increase<\/strong><br><\/p><br class=\"Apple-interchange-newline\"><ul><li>What That Means for Your Surgery Recovery<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>If you go into surgery depleted, your body will struggle to:<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Reduce swelling and bruising<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Close incisions quickly and cleanly<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Build collagen and restore skin elasticity<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Fight off infection or complications<br><\/li><\/ul><br><p>Even if your surgery goes perfectly, <strong>your recovery might not<\/strong>\u2014unless you support your body with what it truly needs.<\/p><br><p>How to Fix It: What to Do Before and After Surgery if You\u2019re on a GLP-1<\/p><p><strong>Here\u2019s how to protect your healing while staying on your GLP-1 journey:<\/strong><\/p><p><strong><br><\/strong><\/p><p>1. Start Nutrition Tracking NOW<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Don\u2019t wait until after surgery\u2014start checking your protein, iron, and vitamin intake now. Apps like Cronometer or MyFitnessPal can help you see what\u2019s missing.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>2. Boost Protein Intake (Even If You\u2019re Not Hungry)<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Aim for 75\u2013100g of protein a day if you\u2019re preparing for surgery. Smoothies, bone broth, protein shakes, or soups are easier to digest on GLP-1s and still give your body what it needs.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>3. Take High-Quality Supplements<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Ask your provider if you should supplement with zinc, vitamin C, iron, collagen, or B12\u2014especially if you&#8217;re eating small portions.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>4. Talk to Your Surgeon<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Let your surgical team know you\u2019re on a GLP-1. Some may adjust your medication before surgery or advise on specific post-op nutritional needs.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>5. Work With a Post-Op Expert<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>At Calicia Care, we\u2019ve worked with many GLP-1 clients post-surgery. We can help guide your recovery, recommend IV nutrient support, and create a personalized plan to make sure your glow-up isn\u2019t delayed.<\/p><br>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":685,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-680","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-patient-education"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>On a GLP-1 and Getting Surgery? 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