How do I Get Fit Before Lipo?

Liposuction, a procedure that removes fat deposits below the skin, is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States. However, liposuction should not be used as way to lose weight. In fact, individuals who are in good shape usually get the most benefit from the procedure. In addition, being fit before surgery is also important because a strong body heals much faster than a body that is weak and overweight. Candidates for liposuction should give themselves a few months on the front end to become more fit.

Instructions

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  Eat walnuts to reduce inflammation related to the heart. Walnuts lower bad cholesterol and decrease a protein that is a marker for inflammation associated with heart disease. A healthy heart is important before, during and after surgery.

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  Eat fruits and vegetables to promote wound healing and decrease the chances of infection after surgery. Balanced blood sugar levels promote healing and decrease your chance of infection. Therefore, eat foods from the food pyramid to get a balanced diet daily.

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  Stop smoking at least two weeks prior to surgery. This will help prevent complications with the anesthesia. Smokers have an increased chance of heart and lung problems during surgery than nonsmokers. Even quitting a short time before surgery is better than not at all.

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  Exercise. Doing strength training and cardiovascular exercise can help the lungs, heart and skeleton deal with the stress of surgery. If you already exercise, keep it up. If not, begin with taking brisk walks and then work up to more difficult exercises to strengthen the body.

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  Take baby aspirin. Taking two baby aspirin has anti-inflammatory benefits that outweigh the risk of bleeding. Anti-inflammatories reduce the pain associated with arthritis and other joint problems, which can restrict mobility after surgery.