: Inflammation is part of the body’s immune response. But, our diets, if not moderated, can cause chronic inflammation, digestive issues & blood sugar imbalances.
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There are certain foods with high anti-inflammatory effects that are rich in antioxidants, minerals, vitamins & nutrients, which combat inflammation.
𝐆𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 & 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜: ginger slows the production of cytokines, which trigger chronic inflammation; turmeric contains curcumin, which has potential to avert chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, arthritis & Alzheimer's disease
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𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬: the darker the better! restore cellular health, loaded w/ antioxidants that protect your brain against stress caused by free-radical damage. spinach, kale, arugula, collard greens.
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𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐢 & 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫: high in antioxidants & sulforaphane, a compound found in cruciferous veggies that lowers oxidative stress, battles chronic inflammation & can reduce the risk of developing cancer.
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𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐎𝐢𝐥: full of heart-healthy fatty acids which contain free-radical fighting antioxidants called polyphenols & ocleocanthal which reduces inflammation.
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𝐎𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐜: Garlic contains allicin, a highly anti-inflammatory compound
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𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡: Salmon, tuna & herring are rich in omega-3 fatty acids & vitamin B, which boost brain & heart health
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𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: High in antioxidants called flavonoids which contribute to anti-inflammatory effects by reducing free-radical damage to cells
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𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬: Probiotics rich & fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut improve digestion & immunity
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𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐬: high in healthy fats. walnuts, specifically, have highest amount of antioxidants & omega-3s to help fight oxidative damage in your body
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My advice: eating a piece of broccoli once in a while won't make you healthy, but if you start eating foods listed above 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲, you will notice increased health and decreased inflammation! ⠀
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