
Many patients are surprised to learn that the foods they eat can significantly impact the effectiveness of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy. This treatment relies on your body’s ability to produce healthy cells, making it essential to consume a nutrient-rich diet. Incorporating dark, leafy green vegetables like spinach, kale, and Brussels sprouts can provide vital vitamins and minerals that help support blood cell production.
Increasing your intake of iron and vitamin B, especially vitamin B-12, is also crucial. Vitamin B-12 is found in meat, fish, and dairy products, and it directly impacts your blood supply. If you're struggling to get these nutrients from your diet, consider discussing supplements with your healthcare provider for guidance.
Diet can also influence how your platelets behave, which is important for PRP therapy. Diets high in saturated fats, sugars, and simple carbohydrates can lead to increased platelet aggregation (clumping), potentially reducing the effectiveness of the treatment (according to a study published by the National Library of Medicine).
Adopting a balanced diet that prioritizes clean foods can lead to increased quality of your PRP sample, which can optimize outcomes of PRP for hair loss and skin rejuvenation,
Before undergoing PRP treatment, we recommend patients evaluate and adjust their diet (ideally at least for the week leading up to treatment) to optimize the PRP concentration we are able to produce during your appointment. While we cannot ultimately control outcomes with PRP, you optimize success as much as possible by making good dietary choices and prioritizing clean and healthy eating.
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