What is the best food after skin grafting for optimal healing?
                                
                                
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                                Following skin graft surgery, proper nutrition can increase protein requirements by up to 250% and calorie needs by 50% to support the body's intensive healing processes. Consuming the right foods provides the vital building blocks and energy necessary for tissue repair, immune function, and successful graft integration. This comprehensive guide details the specific dietary needs and best food choices to aid your recovery after skin grafting.