Inflammation is a natural occurrence that the body goes through to heal and defend. However, inflammation can be damaging if it becomes chronic. Luckily, you have the power to reduce inflammation by consuming foods are anti-inflammatory.
Foods That Cause Inflammation
Foods that are highly processed, extremely greasy, full of refined carbohydrates cause inflammation. If you are looking to reduce inflammation stay away from:
⁃ Fried Food such as French fries and onion rings
⁃ High Sugar Beverages such as soda and energy drinks
⁃ Refined Carbohydrates such as white bread, pasta, and white rice
⁃ Processed meat such as sausages and ham
⁃ Red meat such as beef and pork
Foods That Reduce Inflammation
Having an overall healthy balanced diet is extremely important. Some foods to incorporate to help reduce inflammation include:
⁃ Fruits such as blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, grapes
⁃ Fatty fish such as salmon, anchovies, and herring
⁃ Olive Oil
⁃ Nuts
⁃ Leafy Greens
Drinks That Reduce Inflammation
Although drinking enough water every day is extremely important, sometimes we all want a little something else. If you want to drink a beverage that isn’t water while also reducing inflammation, try out:
⁃ Green tea
⁃ Turmeric tea
⁃ Hot cocoa
⁃ Berry smoothie
⁃ Pineapple and ginger juice
It is normal to have an indulgence once in a while; however, it is important to make sure your diet is overall healthy and nutritious. Make sure you are consuming plenty of fruits and vegetables every day, and try to avoid having refined foods. During this time, while we continue to practice social distancing, it is a great opportunity to try new recipes and incorporate more whole foods. Taking care of your body starts from what you consume. While Nulook Medspa remains closed due to COVID-19, we do want to highlight the important of taking care of your body both internally and externally. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by filling out our online contact form.
