How soon after surgery can one start eating bird's nest?

Generally, patients can start consuming bird's nest 1-3 days after surgery. The detailed analysis is as follows:

If undergoing minimally invasive minor surgeries, such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy or hernia repair, which involve minimal trauma and short operation time, patients can get out of bed and move around six hours after surgery, and may begin eating bird's nest one day after the procedure if there is no gastrointestinal discomfort such as nausea or vomiting. These types of surgeries have minimal impact on gastrointestinal function, which generally recovers within a day. Consuming a small amount of well-stewed bird's nest can supply proteins and amino acids without increasing digestive burden.

If undergoing moderate-trauma surgeries, such as thyroidectomy or benign breast tumor removal, which take about 1-2 hours, patients may experience mild dizziness and fatigue after surgery, with slightly reduced gastrointestinal function. In such cases, bird's nest can be introduced three days post-operation. Consuming bird's nest at this stage provides a safer way to replenish nutrients, avoiding early intake that could cause bloating, while meeting the body's nutritional needs for recovery.

Before consuming bird's nest, ensure the patient is not allergic to it. For first-time consumption, start with a small amount and observe for two hours for any adverse reactions before continuing. The bird's nest should be fully stewed and prepared without adding warming ingredients such as honey or longan, keeping the preparation mild and light.