Inflammation occurs when cells travel to the place of an injury or foreign body like bacteria, but if these cells stay in the body for too long, it may lead to chronic inflammation
New Delhi: If you suffer from the issue of inflammation, according to doctors, before taking any medicine try and follow the natural route.
What is inflammation and how does it affect the body?
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Health experts believe that chronic inflammation is a symptom of many underlying health conditions like arthritis or even stress.
How to reduce inflammation naturally
The best way to reduce chronic inflammation is to adopt an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle that may help you stay healthy and slow down aging. The diet would also help reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, dementia, and autoimmune diseases like joint pain, and cancer.
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Doctors believe that an anti-inflammatory diet provides a healthy balance of protein, carbs, and fat at each meal. Make sure you also meet your body’s needs for vitamins, minerals, fiber, and water.
A low-carb diet also reduces inflammation, particularly for people with obesity or metabolic syndrome.
Some of the foods that help reduce inflammation are:
- Vegetables like Broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, etc.
- Fruits, especially dark and deeply coloured ones like blueberries, pomegranates, grapes, and cherries
- High-fat fruits like
Avocados and olives - Healthy fats like olive oil and avocado oil
- Fatty fish like Salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel, and anchovies are full of antioxidants
- Nuts like Almonds and walnuts
- Peppers like bell peppers and chili peppers
- Dark chocolate
- Organic spices like turmeric, fenugreek, cinnamon, etc.
- Green tea
- Red wine in a limited amount
Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.
