9 Foods that fight Inflammation

In recent times inflammation is becoming increasingly prevalent, inflammation is brought on by natural processes in which our body uses to protect us.  However our body’s can get stuck in the pattern of chronic inflammation that can last for years, and do more harm than good.

Causes of inflammation include:

• Excessive stress
• Lack of sleep
• Genetics
• Unhealthy lifestyle choice

Today it is becoming widely recognised that inflammation is at the centre of most diseases.  There are even some foods that can contribute and enhance inflammation, foods such as:

• Coffee
• Alcohol
• Gluten
• Casein
• Refined carbs/sugar
• Processed foods
• Omega-6 fats
• Deep fried foods

But of corse with the bad, there is always some good, as there are some foods we an consumed that can fight inflammation:

• Omega-3 (healthy fats)
• Cruciferous Vegetables
• Lemons
• Berries and Cherries
• Turmeric
• Sweet Potatoes, squash, carrots
• Pineapple
• Whole grains
• Ginger

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