Inflammation in your body can be good and
bad. It can defend the body against infection
and injury, but can also lead to weight gain
and disease. Studies have shown that certain
foods can help fight inflammation. Below are
13 anti-inflammatory foods:
- Berries
- Fatty Fish
- Broccoli
- Avocados
- Green Tea
- Peppers
- Mushrooms
- Grapes
- Turmeric
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Dark chocolate and cocoa
- Tomatoes
- Cherries
Along with adding these anti-inflammatory
foods to your diet, it is important to limit your
consumption of foods that can promote
inflammation in the body. Processed foods
such as fast food, frozen meals, and processed
meats have been associated with higher levels
of inflammatory markers. Fried foods have also
shown increased levels of inflammation. Below
are foods that have shown increased levels on
inflammation in the body:
- Junk foods- potato chips, pretzels
- Refined carbohydrates- white bread, pasta,
crackers, biscuits - Fried foods- French fries, donuts, egg rolls
- Sugar-sweetened beverages- soda, sweet
tea - Processed meats- bacon, hot dogs, beef
jerky - Trans fats- margarine, shortening