Anti-inflammatory foods

Inflammation is a natural response of the human body to injuries and invaders, and it serves an important purpose. However, it can be a double-edged sword. When there is no actual threat, inflammation can end up causing more harm than good. Severe inflammation is associated with various health issues, including depression, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and cancer. Anti-inflammatory foods are foods that fight inflamation. The list of the top best anti-inflammatory foods include:

Fruits

Blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, plums and Concord grapes cherries, oranges, grapefruit, olives and pomelos.

Cruciferous vegetables

Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, kohlrabi, turnips, and radishes.

Deep orange, yellow, red, and dark green foods

Pumpkin, sweet bell peppers, tomatoes, carrots, spinach, kale, collards and Swiss chard.

Drinks

Water, green, white, and black teas and coffee. Teas, especially green tea, are a good source of polyphenols, which are strong antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation.  Coffee contains antioxidants and polyphenols that can help reduce inflammation.

Olive oil

Olives and olive oil are rich in mono-unsaturated fats which helps with inflammation.

Nuts and seeds

Almonds, hemp, flax, chia and walnuts.

Fatty fish

Salmon, anchovies, mackerel, tuna, herring, striped bass and sardines.

Spices and herbs

Ginger, garlic, turmeric, cardamom, black pepper, cinnamon, and rosemary.

Whole grains

Wheat, oats, rye, buckwheat, millet, quinoa, and brown rice.

Bon appétit!