SWELLING Guide- download- How to avoid swell hell and still love your meals

Swelling after surgery can feel frustrating—but you’re not doing anything wrong.

This quick, practical download helps you reduce “puffy” days, understand what drives swelling (especially sodium), and build simple meals that support healing and keep you full (even when you’re tired or busy).

What’s inside

• Food label reading for swelling (what sodium numbers actually matter + what to ignore)
• 6 tips for being swollen after surgery (simple habits that support healing and comfort)
• Highest sodium foods to watch for (the most common “swelling triggers”)
• Low-sodium food swaps (easy upgrades for what you already eat)
• Salt-free items to keep on hand (so meals still taste good)
• A low-sodium Chick-fil-A meal option (what to order + what to skip)
• Grocery list (swelling-friendly staples you can shop from)
• Low-sodium meal ideas (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack combos)
• Pro tips for sodium, sauces, portions, and “make it work” meals
• Build-your-smoothie guide (simple formula to support healing + fullness)

Perfect for

• Anyone feeling swollen after surgery who wants clear, realistic guidance
• Busy people who need quick, lower-sodium options that still taste good
• Beginners who want a simple cheat-sheet for grocery shopping and ordering out
• People who want structure without dieting, guilt, or perfection

Instant digital download. Educational resource only; not medical advice.