The TBI Recovery Diet: Strategies to Maintain Weight and Wellness: Nutritional Insights to Prevent Weight Loss Post-TBI

By Dr. Pankaj Kumar

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) survivors often face an unexpected challenge: unintentional weight loss, muscle wasting, and nutrient deficiencies that can impede recovery and longterm wellness. In The TBI Recovery Diet: Strategies to Maintain Weight and Wellness , Dr. Pankaj Kumar--renowned family physician and nutrition specialist--presents a sciencedriven, practical guide to harnessing the power of targeted nutrition for optimal TBI rehabilitation. You'll learn how to: Understand PostTBI Metabolism : Discover why brain injury alters energy needs and how to counteract hypermetabolism and muscle catabolism. Implement EvidenceBased Meal Plans : Follow customizable daily menus, snack ideas, and macronutrient breakdowns designed to support brain repair and preserve lean mass. Select BrainBoosting Nutrients : Leverage omega3 fatty acids, highquality proteins, complex carbohydrates, and essential micronutrients to quell inflammation and encourage neural recovery. Overcome Common Roadblocks : Navigate appetite loss, swallowing difficulties, and feeding tube transitions with stepbystep strategies. Monitor Progress : Use simple tracking tools and checklists to adjust intake, optimize tolerance, and celebrate milestones. Whether you're a healthcare professional, caregiver, or survivor seeking actionable guidance, this forwardthinking program offers the clarity, structure, and encouragement you need to restore strength, stability, and vitality--one nourishing meal at a time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F6B97L4H
• ISBN13: 9798314936771
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 49 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 0.1" x 7.5"