An anti-inflammatory diet can help lower your blood pressure, boost your mental health and cognitive function, and relieve other chronic issues.
Inflammation is a protective mechanism that allows your body to defend itself against infection, illness, or injury. It can also occur on a chronic basis, which can lead to various diseases.
Causes of high inflammation in the body are:
Consuming high amounts of sugar and high-fructose corn syrup
A diet high in refined carbs, such as white bread and pasta
Eating processed and packaged foods that contain trans fats and vegetable oils
Excessive intake of alcohol and processed meat
An inactive lifestyle
Drink
Golden milk
Golden milk is an excellent anti-inflammatory drink that has been used for centuries for improving health. The main ingredient turmeric is an excellent source of curcumin, the compound that gives turmeric its yellow color. Studies have linked curcumin to lower inflammation levels in patients, which can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and even cancer. Substitute flax milk for an added anti-inflammatory boost!
Lunch
Spinach and persimmon salad
Persimmon fruits and spinach are both loaded with antioxidants like vitamin C, E, and K and can help reduce inflammation as well as tissue damage in the body. Add in walnuts that contain large quantities of unsaturated fatty acids, peptides, proteins, and phenolic compounds - all proven to lower inflammatory properties - and you have the most powerful meal!
Dinner
Salmon and sweet potato salad
Eating a 3- to 6-ounce serving of fatty fish 2 to 4 times a week is recommended for lowering inflammation. Add in the beta-carotene found in sweet potatoes, which also fight inflammation then you have a powerful meal chalk full of antioxidants and omega 3s which improve cellular health!