What Is the Best Thing to Eat Before Surgery?
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, observing specific fasting guidelines before a procedure is a critical safety measure to prevent aspiration, a severe and life-threatening complication during anesthesia. Therefore, the best thing to eat before surgery depends entirely on the timing relative to your procedure.