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Mend Expands Upgraid™ to Address Obesity-Related Surgical Barriers and Drive Long-Term Wellness

Mend announces the expansion of Upgraid™, introducing new care pathways to address weight-related surgical barriers and support long-term patient health beyond the operating room.

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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.

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Maintaining Stable Blood Sugar Levels: 6 Quick & Easy Nutrition Tips

Managing blood sugar levels has been a trending nutrition topic as of late. Article upon article of different foods to include or diets to follow to stabilize blood sugar exist, and may leave you feeling more overwhelmed and confused than before you read them. So what’s what when it comes to managing blood sugar levels? We’re here to break down the basics of blood sugar and tips for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.

Mend Extends Food as Medicine Platform for Surgical Recovery

Enable Patients to Receive Medically Tailored Meals to Enhance Surgical Readiness and Post Surgery Outcomes

Working with a Registered Dietitian Pre and Post Surgery

Going for orthopedic surgery can feel stressful and overwhelming, but there are many things you can do to prepare for your procedure and support an easier recovery. Nutrition plays a tremendous role in the healing and recovery process, and working with a Registered Dietitian, or RD, can help to make nutrition feel easy, enjoyable, and attainable. Here, we will discuss what it's like working with an RD before and after your surgery.

The Vital Connection Between Blood Sugar and Energy/Fatigue

Have you ever experienced a mid-afternoon slump or sudden fatigue after a meal? You might not realize it, but the level of sugar in your blood, commonly known as blood sugar or blood glucose, plays a significant role in your energy levels and overall vitality.

7 Tips for Anti-Inflammatory Eating

You’ve probably heard the phrase “anti-inflammatory food” or “anti-inflammatory diet” at one point or another recently, but may be wondering what makes a food anti-inflammatory (or inflammatory, for that matter).

Ashwagandha... the most versatile herb you’ve never heard about

If someone asked me to eat an ancient herb with a name that translates to “the smell and strength of a horse” I would most likely pass on the offer. However, I might reconsider after learning that ashwagandha (pronounced aash-wuh-gaan-duh) has over 300 published research studies investigating its multifaceted efficacy for health and athletic performance.

Ultimate Guide to Types of Protein: Benefits and Intake for Health

Protein is a hot topic in medical and wellness news today. From the amount of protein you should be consuming, to the different types, to the new buzz around alternative proteins.

Probotics vs Prebiotics

Prebiotics…probiotics…most of us know these things are all good for us, but it can easily get confusing! Probiotics have been around for a while now – in terms of commercial availability, thanks to the probiotic yogurt drinks and shots we see on grocery store shelves.

Bone Fractures: The Phases of Healing, and How to Heal Faster

In this article, we will dive into the composition of your bones, how a fractured bone heals, and discuss how nutritional interventions may help speed up the healing process.

Tendon to Bone Reattachment Surgery: Understanding Your Sports Medicine Procedure

If you’re visiting a sports medicine surgeon, there’s a good chance you may be in need of a surgery that will require attaching tendon to bone, such as a rotator cuff repair or an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction.

Hydration: When You Should Pay Attention

For many years, it was common practice to limit food and water intake before most types of surgery. Recent recommendations have been revised to encourage preoperative hydration with a carbohydrate drink up until 2 hours before surgery. Research indicates that this approach has metabolic benefits and reduces anxiety, nausea and vomiting.

How Does Your Body Heal During Sleep?

Quality sleep and sufficient amounts of sleep is critical when your body is healing. During sleep, your body undergoes a number of changes that enable healing and restoration that is critical to your overall health.

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