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What can i eat to help with three rib fractures? do i need to eat more than usual?
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No: Rib fractures take time to heal... Usually 6 weeks. Nothing to do to speed the healing ... Just don't re- injure them ! Best of luck!
Answered 3/18/2015
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Nothing: We don't really know of any dietary supplements that help a fracture heal faster. On the other hand, nicotine and NSAIDs have been shown to delay fracture healing and should be avoided.
Answered 5/22/2017
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