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I have had major back surgery and fusions, in the process i have lost like 20 lbs. what can i use to help gain it back?
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Postop nutrition : Healing spinal fusion surgery requires optimal nutrition. It is very common to lose weight as recovery requires a great deal of energy and increased metabolism. These can deplete your body stores and result in unplanned weight loss. Supplemental nutrition shakes, such as Ensure or Boost, along with a balanced diet can be helpful in the postoperative period to promote healing.
Answered 7/30/2015
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