Eat to Beat Inflammation

Ongoing inflammation is problematic because it alters normal body processes and cells which can cause long-term damage and increase your likelihood of developing a chronic condition. Food plays a pivotal role and can help reduce or promote chronic inflammation.

Here are some of the Top 10 Anti-Inflammatory Foods:

🍒Cherries offer pain relief and have a C-reactive protein comparable to ibuprofen.

🐟Salmon has Omega 3 fats DHA and EPA that suppress inflammation.

🌳Broccoli has healthy dose a of phytochemicals that quell inflammatory compounds associated with cancer development.

🍄Shiitake Mushrooms, eating these daily lowers inflammatory markers and improves immune system function.

🍃Extra Virgin Olive Oil delivers the inflammation-suppressing compound olecanthal plus a small amount of omega 3. 🍐Avocado has monounsaturated fats and antioxidants that suppress inflammation.

🍂Turmeric has a powerful compound called Curcumin that eases symptoms in almost ALL inflammation related conditions.

🍅Tomatoes have lycopene that propels them to a nutritional level and reduce and suppress inflammation and lower cancer and cardiovascular risks.

🍃Spinach offers a mix of antioxidants that boost the immune system and suppress inflammation.

🍓Strawberries are loaded with anthocyanins and antioxidants called ellagitannins which sweep up harmful free radicals that promote inflammation.

So be careful of what you consume. Eat smart. Be well.

~S.

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