Diet and Nutrition Suggestions for Controlling Inflammation
Inflammation causes your nervous system to trigger pain. The right diet can help reduce inflammation – and, in turn, reduce chronic pain.
There are two parts to an anti-inflammation healthy diet. The first part is staying away from the bad foods. The second part is eating the right foods.
The bad foods to avoid
- Sugar and artificial sweeteners
- Caffeine
- Gluten
- Yeast
- Carbohydrates (think pasta and breads)
- Red meat
- Dairy products
- Tobacco
- Alcohol
- Processed foods
- Fast foods
- Some vegetables such as tomatoes and potatoes increase inflammation
The good foods to eat
- Dark leafy greens
- Kale
- Spinach
- Swiss chard
- Omega-3 oils
- Walnuts and flaxseeds
- Salmon and deep sea fishes. These foods have omega-3 fatty acids which can reduce joint inflammation• Cherries
- Acai berries
- Blueberries
- Ginger spice
- Turmeric spic
- Edamame beans
- Flaxseeds
Disclaimer. This blog does not constitute medical advice.
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