APRIL 2, 2019 SUPER FOODS FOR INFLAMMATION

Your immune system triggers some physical reactions which are caused by inflammation in response to a physical injury or an infection. Inflammation is at the root of most disease including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, asthma, arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease.

Foods high in sugar and saturated fat are linked to inflammation - so STOP these foods

The following foods are some examples of foods to be CONSUMED

One food, bell peppers especially the bright-red ones are low in starch and high in antioxidants. Sweet bell peppers which are similar to spicy peppers contain the chemical compound called capsaicin that helps you reduce inflammation

The high fat found in mackerel and sardines helps fight disease which are related to inflammation like Alzheimer’s and heart disease. This fish is also a great source of vitamins D and B12

Spinach is a great source of vitamin E which protects your body from inflammation-causing molecules that are called cytokines

Stop your inflammation by eating these foods and many more

Until tomorrow…