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I have found that keeping a steady intake of protein, as well as good fat, also speeds up the healing process. It's particularly important to take some protein before bed time, as a lot of healing occurs while you [[Zeo Sleep Monitor|sleep]]. If the body does not have a supply of protein available, it can't make repairs. Check out [[GOMAD Grazing]] for my approach to continuous protein intake.==Omega-3==''Main article: [[Omega 3]]'' Omega-3 oils are important for wound healing<ref name="GuoDiPietro2010"/>. I take both [http://go.fellrnr.com?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=flax&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FNatures-Way-Super-Lignan-Ounce%2Fdp%2FB000F4WR16 Flax Seed Oil] and [http://go.fellrnr.com?id=35454X937677&xs=1&xcust=swirl&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBarleans-Organic-Oils-16-Ounce-Bottle%2Fdp%2FB002VLZ8BW Fish Oil]. I blend the Flax Seed Oil into a protein shake, but the fish oil I take tastes great on it's own. ==Calorie Intake==It's also important to keep your calorie intake high enoughadequate. If you are dieting, then your body will slow down the healing process to conserve energy. Check out ==Avoid NSAIDs==''Main article: [[GOMAD GrazingNSAIDs and Running]] '' Ibuprofen, and possibly other NSAIDs, impair wound healing and should be avoided<ref name="StadelmannDigenis1998"/><ref name="GuoDiPietro2010"/>. (Tobacco usage also causes wound healing problems<ref name="StadelmannDigenis1998"/>.)==Take Vitamins==A number of vitamins and minerals are needed for my approach to continuous protein intakewound healing, including<ref name="StadelmannDigenis1998"/>:* Vitamin C * Iron* Vitamin A* Zinc* Copper* CalciumOf these, Vitamin C is arguably the most critical for wound healing. In addition, Vitamin E may improve the strength of the wound and deficiencies in B vitamins may impair the immune system. Getting these nutrients from wholesome foods is ideal, but supplementation may be appropriate. ==Reduce Stress==Studies have shown that stress will delay wound healing<ref name="GuoDiPietro2010"/> so reduce stress if possible.