The Science Behind Vis
Vis Pre-Surgery™ is carefully formulated with 15 naturally derived ingredients selected through evidence-informed research for their roles in supporting the body during the surgical period. These nutrients work together to promote immune readiness, cellular resilience, cardiovascular balance, inflammation regulation, and tissue repair, which are key physiological functions involved in surgical preparation and recovery. By delivering targeted nutritional support before surgery, Vis helps the body stay strong through the perioperative period and supports a smoother return to health.
Vis Pre-surgery drink mix
Ingredient List
Trehalose
Arabinogalactan
Magnesium
Pantothenic Acid
Potassium
Vitamin C
Sodium
Monk Fruit
Zinc
Vitamin E
Selenium
Copper
Vitamin D3
Vitamin A
Calcium
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*Includes Natural Berry Flavor with other natural flavors
A Closer Look at Each Ingredient for Optimal Surgery Support
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Trehalose
Trehalose is a naturally occurring sugar known for its ability to support cellular stability during periods of physiological stress, such as surgery. It helps stabilize proteins, regulate oxidative stress, and support a balanced inflammatory response, which are all important functions during the body’s recovery process. Trehalose also plays a role in blood sugar regulation, helping to maintain more consistent energy levels before surgery. By contributing to these foundational cellular processes, Trehalose is an important component of Vis Pre-Surgery™ nutritional support.
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Arabinogalactan
Arabinogalactan is a naturally occurring dietary fiber found in plants such as leeks, pears, and legumes, and has been part of the human diet for centuries. It supports immune health and helps maintain gut microbiome balance by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria. Arabinogalactan encourages the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which play a key role in supporting a healthy immune response and maintaining digestive function. It may also help promote regularity and contribute to overall digestive comfort, making it a valuable component of Vis Pre-Surgery™ nutritional support.
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Magnesium
Magnesium is a vital mineral that supports several key physiological functions during the surgical period. It contributes to muscle relaxation, helps regulate heart rhythm and blood pressure, and plays a role in managing inflammation and electrolyte balance. Magnesium also supports blood sugar regulation and helps maintain steady energy levels. By promoting cellular health, it supports the body’s overall resilience and readiness for surgery, and plays a role in the processes involved in tissue repair and wound healing.
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Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5)
Vitamin B5, also known as pantothenic acid, plays a key role in the body’s natural response to physical stress, including the demands of surgery. It supports the production of cortisol, a hormone involved in inflammation regulation and energy metabolism during the recovery process. Vitamin B5 is known for its rapid absorption and efficient use in the body, making it a valuable nutrient for supporting metabolic resilience in the perioperative period.
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Potassium
Potassium is an essential electrolyte that supports several vital functions during the surgical period. It plays a key role in maintaining fluid balance, supporting cardiovascular function, and enabling proper muscle contraction and nerve signaling. Stable potassium levels are especially important during surgery, when fluid shifts and metabolic stress can affect electrolyte balance. By helping to sustain cardiac rhythm and muscle performance, potassium contributes to overall physiological stability before and after surgery.
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Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that plays a key role in supporting the immune system and protecting the body from oxidative stress during the surgical period. It is essential for collagen synthesis, a process critical to tissue repair and wound healing. Vitamin C also contributes to cellular resilience and may support the body’s response to temporary low oxygen levels experienced during surgery. By promoting immune defense, connective tissue strength, and overall cellular health, Vitamin C is an important part of the nutritional foundation in Vis Pre-Surgery™.
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Sodium
Sodium is an essential electrolyte that helps regulate fluid balance, support nerve signaling, and stabilize blood pressure—functions that become especially important during the physical stress of surgery. While many diets include more sodium than needed, Vis Pre-Surgery™ is formulated with a mindful level of sodium to support electrolyte balance without excess. During the perioperative period, adequate sodium levels play a role in stress response, immune support, and circulatory stability, helping the body maintain key physiological functions under increased demand.
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Monk Fruit
Monk fruit, also known as Siraitia grosvenorii, is a naturally derived zero-calorie sweetener used in Vis Pre-Surgery™ to provide a clean, pleasant taste without added sugars. It contains unique compounds called mogrosides, which are known for their antioxidant support and may help the body manage oxidative stress, an important factor during physiological recovery. Monk fruit is also a suitable choice for those seeking to support blood sugar stability, offering a natural alternative to artificial sweeteners in pre-surgical nutrition.
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Zinc
Zinc is an essential mineral that supports multiple physiological functions relevant to the surgical period. It plays a critical role in immune system activity, tissue repair, and cognitive processes such as learning and memory. Zinc also contributes to the activation of key enzymes involved in antioxidant defense and helps modulate the body’s inflammatory response. Ensuring adequate zinc levels may help support cellular recovery, immune readiness, and overall resilience during surgery and healing.
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Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that supports the body’s natural defenses during the surgical period. It helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress, contributes to tissue repair, and supports overall cellular recovery. Because it is stored in body fat, Vitamin E remains active in the system longer than water-soluble vitamins, helping to provide extended antioxidant support. Emerging research also suggests that Vitamin E may play a role in bone healing by influencing antioxidant activity and enzyme function involved in tissue remodeling.
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Selenium
Selenium is an essential trace mineral that plays an important role in supporting the immune system and protecting cells from oxidative stress. It helps regulate the activity of immune cells, including basophils and neutrophils, and supports the production of immune-signaling molecules such as interferon-gamma and interleukin-10. Selenium also contributes to antioxidant defense, particularly by helping to protect lipids from oxidation and enhancing the activity of vitamin E in maintaining cellular integrity. These functions make selenium a key nutrient for promoting immune balance, cell protection, and physiological resilience during the surgical period.
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Copper
Copper is a trace mineral that plays a supportive role in surgical recovery by contributing to connective tissue repair, immune function, and antioxidant defense. It activates enzymes involved in the cross-linking of collagen and elastin, which are essential for maintaining tissue strength and wound stability. Copper also supports mitochondrial energy production, helping cells manage oxidative stress, particularly in areas undergoing physical healing such as surgical sites. In addition, copper plays a role in the formation of red blood cells and the activation of immune cells, contributing to the body’s overall healing capacity and resilience.
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Vitamin D3
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that supports a range of essential functions during the surgical and recovery process. It plays a role in maintaining cardiovascular health, supporting a balanced immune response, and contributing to bone strength and integrity. Vitamin D also helps regulate inflammation, a key factor in tissue healing and post-surgical recovery. In addition, it supports cognitive health by aiding brain function and nerve signaling. Together, these functions make vitamin D an important nutrient for promoting physical resilience and mental well-being throughout the surgical experience.
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Vitamin A
Vitamin A is an essential nutrient that supports immune health, cellular repair, and inflammation regulation during the surgical period. It helps maintain the integrity of skin and mucosal barriers, which are important for defending against harmful microbes and supporting immune readiness. Vitamin A also contributes to collagen formation, which plays a role in tissue remodeling and wound healing. By supporting these physiological functions, vitamin A promotes the body’s ability to recover and maintain resilience throughout the surgical experience.
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Calcium
Calcium is an essential mineral that supports several critical functions during the surgical period, including heart rhythm stability, nerve signaling, and fluid balance. While it plays a central role in skeletal health, its contribution in the surgical setting is primarily through its support of cardiac and neuromuscular function. Calcium is one of several minerals included in Vis to help support electrolyte stability and cellular function during the perioperative period.
