What to eat after myopia surgery: Scientific diet helps recovery
After myopia surgery (such as LASIK, femtosecond surgery, etc.), a reasonable diet is crucial to postoperative recovery. Among the post-operative care topics that have been hotly discussed on the Internet recently, dietary conditioning has become one of the focuses. The following are scientific suggestions compiled from popular discussions in the past 10 days to help patients accelerate healing through diet.
1. Core principles of postoperative diet

1. Supplement nutrients that promote corneal repair
2. Avoid spicy and irritating foods
3. Ensure adequate fluid intake
4. Control blood sugar fluctuations
| Nutrients | function | Recommended food |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | Promote epithelial cell repair | Carrots, spinach, animal liver |
| Vitamin C | Antioxidant, promotes collagen synthesis | Kiwi, orange, broccoli |
| Omega-3 | Reduce dry eye symptoms | Deep-sea fish, flax seeds, walnuts |
| Zinc element | Accelerate wound healing | Oysters, beef, pumpkin seeds |
2. Phased diet suggestions
1-3 days after surgery (acute phase):
• Mainly liquid/semi-liquid food
• Avoid foods that require forceful chewing
• Drink ≥1500ml of water daily
4-7 days after surgery (recovery period):
• Increase protein intake
• Supplement foods containing anthocyanins
• Eat small and frequent meals to avoid blood sugar fluctuations
| time | Recommended recipes | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| breakfast | Millet porridge + boiled eggs + blueberries | Avoid frying and cooking |
| lunch | Steamed seabass + spinach and tofu soup | Fish debones |
| dinner | Pumpkin puree + chicken corn soup | Control salt |
3. 5 dietary questions that are hotly discussed on the Internet
1.Can I have coffee?
It is recommended to limit caffeine intake within 1 week after surgery as it may aggravate dry eye symptoms.
2.Need supplements?
People with a normal diet do not need it. People with special physiques need to follow the doctor's advice to supplement lutein, etc.
3.Is seafood taboo?
Fresh seafood can be eaten in moderation, but it must be confirmed that there is no history of allergies.
4.How to choose fruits?
Give priority to berries, citrus, and tropical fruits such as mangoes, which may cause allergies, so be careful.
5.Does drinking alcohol affect recovery?
Alcohol should be strictly prohibited within 1 month after surgery, as alcohol will delay wound healing.
4. Special reminder from experts
• It is recommended that the food temperature be below 40℃ after surgery
• Pay attention to hygiene levels when choosing takeaways
• Patients with diabetes require personalized adjustments
• All dietary recommendations should be based on individual differences
According to recent data released by the Ophthalmology Association, scientific diet can increase postoperative recovery efficiency by 30%. It is recommended that patients save the diet chart in this article and cooperate with regular reviews to ensure the best recovery effect.
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