We know inflammation well. It comes in a variety of unpleasant forms including water retention, puffiness, and bloating.
While it can be annoying, you might be surprised to find inflammation is actually a good thing. It is our body’s natural immune response to injury, intolerances or infection. It’s our body’s way of healing and protecting itself from further harm.
Symptoms may be a temporary response to a food or allergen intolerance, or it can be alerting us to more serious issues, like diabetes and heart disease.
The bottom line is our body is in a constant battle to help us be its healthiest. If you are feeling sluggish and achy, don’t blame it on time. Time to get proactive! Check out these suggestions of inflammatory foods to avoid and yummy “superfoods” to add to your diet for a more youthful and healthy life.
The biggest inflammation troublemakers: I have a sneaky suspicion this sneaky cast of characters are familiar to you…
Processed Foods These days, we are used to quick and convenient options. When it comes to food, manufacturers have responded by offering more enticing grab-and-go foods than ever. Crackers, sweetened drinks, and packaged meals may be quick and yummy, but the convenience comes at a price – in the form of artificial colors, flavorings, and preservatives. All are unnatural chemicals that irritate the body and trigger inflammation.

Blueberries, nuts, and yogurt are at the top of the list for special antioxidant powers
Blueberries, Broccoli, spinach, carrots, dark chocolate, and potatoes are all high in antioxidants and as well as artichokes, cabbage, asparagus, avocados, beetroot, radish, lettuce, sweet potatoes, squash, and pumpkin. Using lots of spices in cooking is good too.
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