Each person’s body heals at different rates. After surgery, do what you need to do to recover. Here are some post-surgery recovery tips for you: Eat Surgery may cause you to lose your appetite, but it is important that you eat. Stay away from fast food restaurants and all other junk foods and find nutritious, wholesome meals to eat. If you find it difficult to prepare your own meals, have a dependable family member or friend assist you. Protein, fruits, vegetables, and fermented dairy products will help you recover more quickly.