Many factors, such as infections, toxins, harmful organisms or tissue damage, can cause our body to become inflamed. It usually subsides within a few weeks at most. If it does not pass, we are dealing with chronic inflammation, which is harmful to us.
Symptoms that suggest chronic inflammation include a general feeling of weakness, swelling or swelling, pain, redness, fever, and loss of appetite. What is worth eating to get rid of unpleasant ailments?
Foods that fight inflammation:
- Italian nuts — have not only anti-inflammatory, but also antioxidant properties, are rich in elements – copper, molybdenum, manganese, biotin and omega-3 acids.
- Avocado — in addition to its anti-inflammatory effect, it is a powerful dose of fats that are healthy for us. It is worth breaking it into smaller portions and eating it during the day. We can add it to a salad as a dressing or eat it in pieces.
- Asian basil — despite the exotic name, buying this spice should not be a problem, because it is ubiquitous in health food stores. Let’s also look for it under the name tulasi, tulsi. Asian basil is used like regular basil.
- Ginger — will allow you to get rid of existing inflammations and prevent their formation. Its beneficial effect is based on the suppression of inflammatory compounds, thanks to the content of gingerols. These are compounds that are conducive to the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. They have an anti-inflammatory effect on the body, relieve swelling and pain. We can use it in a smoothie or add it to tea, like a slice of lemon.
- Raw Turmeric — occupies a high place among anti-inflammatory products, e.g. it is used in rheumatoid arthritis, joint swelling, bruises, toothache. Just a pinch added to everyday dishes should bring relief.
- olive oil — soothes inflammation, stabilizes cholesterol levels and facilitates weight loss. Let’s reach for virgin olive oil, because it has the most beneficial properties for our body.
- Oily fish — anti-inflammatory properties distinguish mackerel, tuna and salmon.
- Beetroot — freely prepared, they will protect us against cancer, strengthen the heart, provide vitamin C.
- Pepper – in any form. It doesn’t matter if you choose a mild or spicy one. Spicy contains capsaicin, which is quite often added to the composition of ointments that relieve inflammation and pain. Unfortunately, it increases the immune response in some people. We can try it as an addition to a salad to observe how it affects our body, and then add more of it to our daily diet or completely eliminate it from the meal.