Foods that Fight Inflammation

Your immune system is designed to attack anything foreign that enters your body. This health protecting process produces inflammation. Inflammation can continue to persist long after your body has kicked out the pesky microbes, bacterium and chemicals.

One of the most powerful components to reduce inflammation is found in food. Be sure to include anti-inflammatory foods such as:

-Tomatoes
-Olive oil
-Green leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale and collard greens
-Nuts such as almonds and walnuts
-Fatty fish, including salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines
-Fruits such as strawberries, blueberries, cherries and oranges

Avoid foods that trigger inflammation:

-Refined carbohydrates, such as white bread and pastries
-Fried foods
-Soda and other sugar-sweetened beverages
-Red meat and processed meats
-Margarine, shortening and lard

Bottom line: To reduce levels of inflammation, eat a healthy and balanced diet containing plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, fish and healthy oils. Consuming a diet consisting mostly of unprocessed foods is key to reducing your body’s inflammatory response.

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