Safe Preop Carb Drink
Hydrating and nourishing patients before anesthesia and/or surgery with 50 grams of complex carbohydrates is good for the patient – and good for the hospital!
for hydration,
less stress and/or
anxiety, and decreased
pain perception
antioxidant properties
that neutralize free
radicals, improved mineral
absorption, and support
of kidney health
for its powerful
antioxidant properties,
supported immune
function, decreased rates
of infection
for reduced loss of
muscle mass, decreased
anxiety and hunger,
improved nitrogen balance
for aid in muscle
recovery, increased protein
synthesis, boosted
nitric oxide and growth
hormone levels
for boosted immune
system, supported enzyme
function, DNA and RNA
synthesis, bone formation,
and stronger antioxidant
defense network
PROMOTES NITRIC OXIDE
WOUND HEALING
REDUCED PONV
REDUCED SSI
SHORTENED LOS
PATIENT COMFORT
for hydration,
less stress and/or
anxiety, and decreased
pain perception
for its complete protein
(containing all nine
essential amino acids),
promotes muscle growth,
easily digestible,
good source of iron,
allergen free
for electrolytes to promote
hydration (potassium,
sodium, calcium,
magnesium), blood
pressure regulation,
trace vitamin C to assist
in wound healing
for aid in muscle
recovery, increased protein
synthesis, boosted
nitric oxide and growth
hormone levels
for reduced loss of
muscle mass, decreased
anxiety and hunger,
improved nitrogen balance
for lower blood sugar,
decreased cellular insulin
resistance, increased
cellular insulin sensitivity
for increased feelings
of satiety, to help
curb cravings
for significant amounts
of omega-3 essential
fatty acids, its
anti-inflammatory
properties, and high levels
of antioxidants for
skin and cell protection
for vitamins C and A,
high in potassium and
calcium, promotes
insulin stability, may
lower cholesterol levels,
a rich source of
antioxidants
for reduced inflammation,
hepatoprotective,
antiplatelet aggregation,
antioxidant, antimicrobial