Optimal Healing starts on the cellular level

Protein helps repair tissues, which is exactly what you need when you're healing from an injury or surgery. Protein is critical to wound healing. Inadequate protein intake will slow down the healing process. Proteins are the building blocks for tissue repair and healing.  Protein soures

 Water is integral to your everyday living. It maintains organs and cells, regulates body temperature and moves blood and nutrients through our body. It thins our blood to transport cell-repairing nutrients to the area of the body which needs repair. And if you have a heavily-draining wound, you will need to drink even more. Hydration also helps regulate body temperature and deliver nutrients to cells. Choose your fluids wisely and avoid sugary, caffeinated drinks. Water is the best and least expensive option for hydration.

Amino acids are known to have a role in building and repairing body tissues  but the main focus is on arginine, glutamine, and a leucine. 

Arginine is an amino acid that supports blood flow.  Glutamine plays a role in the production of collagen, the main structural protein in skin and other connective tissues as well as supports the immune system.

Antioxidants are compounds found in foods and dietary supplements that help protect cells from damage caused by reactive oxygen molecules, called free radicals. They are important for wound healing, as they reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and help to regenerate damaged cells. Antioxidants also fight bacteria, viruses, and fungi that can prevent healing. They can be taken orally or applied directly to the wound to reduce scarring and to promote healing and regeneration. Antioxidants are essential in the body’s natural healing process and can improve the outcome of injuries due to their anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and wound-healing properties. 

Vitamin B-complex helps cell growth and increases the oxygen supply to a wound. Vitamin B-complex is essential for promoting cell growth and enhancing oxygen supply to the wound.

Zinc is a trace element, found in small amounts in the body, which plays a role in wound healing. Zinc is involved in protein and collagen synthesis, tissue growth and healing. Zinc deficiency has been associated with delayed wound healing, reduced skin cell production and reduced wound strength.Dietary zinc sources include red meat, fish and shellfish, milk products, poultry and eggs.

Iron is a mineral that provides oxygen to the site of the wound; therefore iron deficiency can impair healing and also result in impaired collagen production and strength of the wound.