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Acclaimed Hip & Knee Surgeon Dr. Jimmy Chow Raises the Bar on Patient Care with Mend | Inkwell Integrated Orthopedic Care Platform

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Acclaimed Hip & Knee Surgeon Dr. Jimmy Chow Raises the Bar on Patient Care with Mend | Inkwell Integrated Orthopedic Care Platform

Dr. Jimmy Chow is the first to implement the Mend | Inkwell platform. The integrated model combines remote monitoring, clinical nutrition, and data-driven care to optimize recovery.

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Mend Introduces NutritionForHealing.org, an Independent Educational Platform Advancing Evidence-Based Nutrition for Healing and Recovery

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Mend Introduces NutritionForHealing.org, an Independent Educational Platform Advancing Evidence-Based Nutrition for Healing and Recovery

The initiative aims to elevate nutrition from an afterthought to a cornerstone of healing through independent, science-led education.

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Lower Stress, Feel Your Best

Reset Your Stress Response

Chronic stress keeps cortisol high, leaving you tired and anxious. Discover natural ways like herbs, sleep, movement, and mindfulness to reset your stress response and restore balance.

Woman grabbing a prepped balanced meal from fridge as part of weekly healthy meal planning for a busy lifestyle

Easy and Healthy Meal Planning for a Hectic Schedule

Healthy meal planning made simple with balanced plates, smart prep, quick meals, and flexible routines for busy lifestyles.

Mend and OrthoElite Partner to Redefine Perioperative Care in Arizona

Mend and OrthoElite Partner to Redefine Perioperative Care in Arizona

Mend’s clinically validated nutrition and digital navigation now power OrthoElite’s patient journey, creating a model of orthopedic care that is proactive, personalized, and outcome-driven.

Woman enjoying a warm bowl of oatmeal topped with cinnamon, a powerful anti-inflammatory spice that supports gut and immune health.

Spice Into Autumn: Anti-Inflammatory for Cooler Days

Fight fall inflammation with seasonal vegetables, fruits, spices, and omega-3s. Support immune health and recovery with Mend Perform supplements.

Man having his heart health checked during a medical visit, emphasizing the importance of heart-supportive nutrients and anthocyanins.

Color Your Heart Healthy: The Anthocyanin Advantage

Support heart health with powerful anthocyanins, plant-based antioxidants that improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and reduce inflammation for long-term wellness.

Mend Repair & Recover Offers Science-Backed Nutrition for Surgery Recovery

Mend Repair & Recover Offers Science-Backed Nutrition for Surgery Recovery

Clinically proven medical food designed for surgery recovery, preserves muscle, reduces inflammation, and delivers high-impact nutrients trusted by top institutions.

Doctor assessing male surgical patient preoperatively—highlighting the importance of nutrition screening to reduce complication and revision risks after TSA.

Why Screening for Malnutrition Before TSA Could Improve Outcomes

Malnutrition is a modifiable surgical risk. Improve TSA outcomes with pre-op nutrition screening and targeted support for your clinical practice.

Simple resistance exercises, like incline pushups, help preserve muscle strength, support mobility, and boost long-term health, at any age or fitness level.

From Blood Sugar to Brain Power, Muscle Does the Most

Muscle isn’t just for gym buffs, it’s your body’s engine for metabolism, immunity, and longevity. Here’s why it deserves more credit.

How to Avoid Muscle Loss on GLP-1s

How to Avoid Muscle Loss on GLP-1s

How to protect your muscle while taking GLP-1s, and why it is critical for your health. Muscle isn’t just for athletes, gym-goers or fitness types.

Sarcopenia Doesn’t Take a Summer Break

Sarcopenia Doesn’t Take a Summer Break

Sarcopenia—progressive and involuntary loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength—is now recognized as a significant public health concern, contributing to frailty, falls, metabolic dysregulation, and increased healthcare utilization in older adults. It is estimated that up to 50% of individuals over age 60 experience some degree of sarcopenia (Janssen et al., 2002).

Addressing Malnutrition as a Modifiable Preoperative Risk Factor

Addressing Malnutrition as a Modifiable Preoperative Risk Factor

An Expert Consensus Panel Agrees: Addressing malnutrition before surgery improves recovery, reduces complications, and should be standard of care.

Understanding Gut Health: The Foundation of Wellness

Understanding Gut Health: The Foundation of Wellness

A diverse gut microbiome fuels immunity, mood, and metabolism; boost it with fiber, probiotics, prebiotics, hydration, stress management, and regular movement.