6 Anti-Inflammatory Herbs [Infographic]

6 Anti-Inflammatory Herbs for Pain

Chronic Inflammation

Recent studies indicate that ongoing, widespread, whole body inflammation (also known as chronic or persistent inflammation) may be at the root of cancer, heart disease, joint pain, accelerated aging and various other chronic diseases and medical conditions.  It is also thought that this type of inflammation may promote weight gain and obesity and inhibit weight loss or proper weight maintenance.

See:  How Inflammation Affects The Body


Anti-Inflammatory Herbs and Foods

In holistic and herbal medicine, it is thought that certain foods, herbs and spices act as anti-inflammatories in the body.

The recommendation is generally to include some of these foods, herbs and spices in the diet on a regular basis.

Infographic

This infographic entitled "6 Anti-Inflammatory Herbs that Annihilate Pain" illustrates and provides a brief description of six such common herbs, including:

❤ Chamomile
❤ Fenugreek
❤ Ginger
❤ Rosemary
❤ Sage
❤ Turmeric


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How A Chili a Day Keeps the Doctor Away [Infographic]

How a Chili a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Chili Pepper Health Benefits

This infographic entitled "How a Chili a Day Keeps the Doctor Away" illustrates some interesting facts about the composition, nutritional properties and health (including weight loss) benefits of chili peppers.

The infographic also includes a thermometer that shows just how spicy certain peppers are in relation to pepper spray and Tobasco sauce.

Chili Peppers:  Health Benefits

Chili peppers are rich in phytochemials, copper, iron, potassium and vitamins A, B6 and C.  They also contain capsaicin, the the active ingredient and a compound that makes them hot and spicy.

Capsaicin is thought to have certain medicinal uses, taken internally (eaten) or applied topically (in a cream), including the following:

❤ It raises the metabolic rate (metabolism) for up to three hours, which aids in calorie and fat burning, and weight loss.

❤ It may reduce to risk of heart attack and stroke by boosting circulation, thinning the blood and lowering cholesterol.

❤ Its potent anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties aid in fighting chronic inflammation, preventing and clearing up sinus infections and congestion in nasal passages.

❤ It may slow down the growth of pancreatic, prostate and lung cancer cells, according to recent studies.

❤ In topical creams, it helps relieve headaches and pain in muscles, and may reduce the pain of osteoarthritis and psoriasis.

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