11 Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods [Infographic]

11 Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Infographic from EFM Health Clubs

Chronic Inflammation

The scientific research is clear: persistent or chronic inflammation plays a key role in the development of many chronic diseases and medical conditions.  It is widely accepted in the healthcare community that controlling chronic inflammation is crucial in both helping to prevent, as well as to treat, a variety of medical conditions and chronic diseases.

Causes

Some common causes of chronic inflammation include foreign substances, such as chemicals and pathogens (viruses, bacteria, other microorganisms) that enter the body.  The immune system recognizes these as foreign and attacks it, triggering an inflammatory response.

The Role of the Diet

We are learning that our diet has a significant impact on our overall health, including our immune system and on chronic inflammation.

Pro-Inflammatory Foods

We know that certain foods are pro-inflammatory.  That is, they promote or contribute to inflammation. These foods include refined carbohydrates, fried foods, red meat, processed meat, sugar sweetened foods and beverages, margarine, shortening and lard.

Anti-Inflammatory Foods

Conversely, certain foods are anti-inflammatory.  That is, they combat and reduce inflammation. Anti-inflammatory foods are high in antioxidants and polyphenols (compounds that are thought to protect against inflammation). These foods include fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs and spices. Omega-3 fatty acids found is fatty fish is also thought to be protective.

Infographic

This infographic from EFM Health Clubs illustrates and briefly describes 11 foods that are thought to be particularly anti-inflammatory:

✿ Celery
✿ Beets
✿ Broccoli
✿ Blueberries
✿ Salmon
✿ Walnuts
✿ Chia Seeds
✿ Turmeric
✿ Ginger
✿ Pineapple
✿ Leafy Greens

To see a larger version of the infographic and read the article, please visit 11 Best Anti-Inflammatory Foods - EFM Health Clubs.

Related

Best Herbs for Curing Inflammation Anti-inflammatory drugs which temporarily reduce or alleviate pain and swelling caused by inflammation are widely available both over-the-counter (OTC) and ...

Inflammation and Gut Health - Why It Matters ... Inflammation, IBS, IBD, SIBO, Stress, Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain, Chronic ... from Cultivated Wellbeing illustrates connections between inflammation, leaky gut, gut  ...

How Inflammation Affects the Body Some health experts believe it may be at the root of practically all chronic health conditions - as this infographic entitled "How Inflammation Affects the Body" from  ...

Top 15 Anti-Inflammatory Foods Many health professionals agree that chronic, body-wide inflammation affects every aspect of health and may even contribute to or cause various illnesses, ...

Best Herbs for Curing Inflammation [Inforgraphic]

Best Herbs for Curing Inflammation -
Infographic and Article from Uses & Benefits

The Inflammatory Response

The inflammatory response represents the body's attempt at self-protection and healing.

Acute or short-term inflammation is a natural mechanism in which the immune system is activated in response to an infection or injury.

In contrast, chronic inflammation is long-term, lasting months or years.

Chronic inflammation is thought to play a key role in the development of many chronic diseases and conditions.


Controlling Chronic Inflammation

Many healthcare experts believe that controlling chronic inflammation is crucial to preventing and treating chronic disease.

Anti-inflammatory drugs which temporarily reduce or alleviate pain and swelling caused by inflammation are widely available both over-the-counter (OTC) and by prescription.

The use of anti-inflammatory drugs is not without side effects.  Some common side effects include stomach pain and ulcers, heartburn, headaches, increased bleeding tendency and allergic reactions.


Anti-Inflammatory Diet

For persons suffering with chronic inflammation, holistic health experts often recommend eating an anti-inflammatory diet.

An anti-inflammatory diet basically consists of eating lots of fruits and vegetables which are high in fiber and micronutrients, including crucifers and alliums, eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, limiting saturated fat, and avoiding processed foods, refined sugar, trans fat and other unhealthy fats.


Herbs and Spices

There is now a whole host of studies that indicate that certain herbs, spices and foods have anti-inflammatory properties.  These herbs and spices can be purchased as supplements or consumed as part of an anti-inflammatory diet.


Infographic

This infographic from Uses & Benefits, illustrates and briefly explains the anti-inflammatory actions of eight common herbs and spices, all of which can easily be incorporated into meals:

❤  Turmeric
❤  Ginger
❤  Cayenne Pepper
❤  Cinnamon
❤  Clove
❤  Garlic
❤  Saga
❤  Black Pepper


Infographic Source

Infographic source and for information about these and other herbs, spices and foods, please visit Best Herbs for Curing Inflammation Fast - Uses & Benefits.


Related

Skinny Diva Diet: Inflammation and Gut Health - Why It Matters ... Recent and ongoing scientific studies are finding all kinds of connections between gut heath, chronic inflammation and a variety of chronic diseases.

Skinny Diva Diet: Reduce Inflammation with These Foods [Infographic] Reduce Widespread Inflammation in Your Body with these Foods Infographic ... If you answered yes to any of these disorders you are dealing with inflammation.

Skinny Diva Diet: Top 15 Anti-Inflammatory Foods [Infographic] Many health professionals agree that chronic, body-wide inflammation affects every aspect of health and may even contribute to or cause various illnesses, ...

Skinny Diva Diet: How Inflammation Affects the Body [Infographic] Some health experts believe it may be at the root of practically all chronic health conditions - as this infographic entitled "How Inflammation Affects the Body" from  ...