• Oct 4, 2023 12:28 AM Central
  • Suzie Andrade
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Essential Minerals Beneficial Post Total Knee Replacement
Boost Healing and Well-being with Essential Minerals

Let’s dive into the world of essential minerals and discover how they support the healing process and overall well-being. As someone recovering from joint replacements, I'll share some valuable information I've found. Remember, I'm not a medical professional, so always consult with one before starting any regimen or do your research.

Let's get started! 

Discover the crucial minerals that aid in surgery recovery:

1. Calcium: Essential for bone health, proper intake promotes bone healing and skeletal integrity.
2. Magnesium: Involved in numerous enzymatic reactions, it supports energy production and muscle function, key for recovery.
3. Zinc: Critical for the immune system and wound healing.
4. Iron: Necessary for hemoglobin production, ensuring sufficient oxygen reaches healing tissues and preventing anemia.
5. Copper: Essential for collagen synthesis, promoting wound healing and tissue repair.
6. Selenium: Boosts the immune system, protects cells, and supports metabolic processes and thyroid function.
7. Phosphorus: Vital for bone health, energy production, and tissue repair and regeneration.
8. Potassium: Maintains fluid balance, aids muscle contractions, prevents cramps, and supports heart function during recovery.
9. Sodium: Regulates fluid balance, nerve, and muscle function. Great for addressing nerve issues during recovery.
10. Manganese: Involved in bone formation, blood clotting, and metabolism. Supports healing and tissue repair.

To obtain these nutrients, focus on lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, nuts, vegetables, and seeds. For an added boost, consider a mineral supplement from Young Living. 

Mineral Essence is derived from inland sea water from the Great Salt Lake. They are the most fully and quickly absorbed form of minerals. Mineral Essence is a balanced spectrum iconic mineral complex added with Lemon, Peppermint and cinnamon essential oils increasing the bioavailability. You can learn more by clicking here. 

Minerals can be very beneficial to the healing process in your body post total knee replacement. Food sources are the best way to obtain the essential minerals your body craves, but Young Living has an amazing supplement to help catapult healing as well.

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1 Comment

  1. Lynne Hawkins  08/27/2024 08:08 AM Central
    Thank you for all your info!! Having RTKR IN NOVEMber and want to be so prepared! I am a massage therapist and have a goal to be back to my first hike May 1, 25!!! My vision!! Also- what essential oils did you use! I am avid oil lover-user!! Lynne

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I was 41 when I was told I needed a knee replacement and that my other knee would likely follow.

I stopped playing softball.
I stopped walking just to walk.
I stopped using stairs and curbs (yes, even curbs!).
I stopped parking far from the store just to get in extra steps.

One day, I was on the beach, walking through sand and cursing every painful step. I wanted to walk to the water, but it was too far. That day I drew the proverbial line in the sand and decided enough was enough.

I had my left knee replaced at 45, my right hip at 46, and my right knee at 48.

I had no idea that in that pain I would find my purpose. Each of those surgeries taught me something deeper about resilience, strength and courage—and how faithfilled we really are when we keep moving forward.

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