Every surgery creates a distinct metabolic demand on your body — and the research on how to meet it is procedure-specific. Explore the evidence behind your surgery below: what happens to your body after the incision, why protein and targeted nutrients matter for your particular recovery, and what the clinical literature actually shows about outcomes.
Orthopedic & Sports
Joints, spine, and sports injuries
Shoulder Surgery
Rotator cuff and shoulder replacement
Knee Replacement
Protect your quadriceps strength
Hip Replacement
Lower complications, less pain
ACL Surgery
Fuel your return
Spine Surgery
Protect muscle, support fusion
Foot & Ankle Surgery
Lower CRPS risk, support bone healing
Hand & Wrist Surgery
Lower CRPS risk after fracture
Achilles Tendon
Collagen for tendon healing
General & Digestive
Abdomen, GI tract, and weight loss
Specialty Surgery
Heart, brain and more
Cardiac Surgery
Prepare your heart, fewer rhythm issues
Brain Surgery
Nutrition as a modifiable risk factor
Oral & Jaw Surgery
Drinkable support when eating is hard
Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery
Heal beautifully, protect your result
Gynecologic Surgery
Heal faster, fewer complications
Urologic Surgery
Fewer infections, faster recovery
Thoracic & Lung Surgery
Protect strength, breathe easier
Cancer Surgery
Prepare, heal, and stay resilient




