The Role of Protein in Tissue Repair and Healing - Essential Insights

Protein is required for body tissue maintenance and repair. Low protein levels will result in a decrease in collagen development, which will slow the healing process. Adequate protein levels will aid in the healing of wounds. Overall energy intake is also critical, because if energy requirements are not met, the body will use protein for energy rather than wound healing.

Adequate protein is important as most of the cell structure is made from proteins. Protein also plays a big role in repairing damaged tissue. Include good protein with every meal.

Red and white meats, fish, eggs, liver, dairy products (milk, cheese, and yoghurt), soy beans, legumes, nuts, and seeds are all good sources of protein.

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About Julie Tupler RN

Julie Tupler, RN, is a registered nurse, certified childbirth educator, certified personal trainer, and creator of the Tupler Technique® Program, which she developed in 1990. For more than 30 years, she has been teaching and developing the Tupler Technique® Program for the treatment of diastasis recti in women, men, and children. Through Diastasis Rehab, Julie teaches clients and professionals how to use the Tupler Technique® to help address abdominal separation with a non-surgical, research-based approach. She is also the author of multiple books on maternal fitness and diastasis recti, including Maternal Fitness, Lose Your Mummy Tummy, Together Tummy, and Will You Be My Belly Buddy?