inflammation is a natural part of the body's immune response and serves an important role
in healing injuries and fighting off foreign invaders such as chemicals and microorganisms
however sometimes it can persist for weeks months or years even when no threat is present
this is known as chronic inflammation and the unfortunate part is chronic inflammation has
been linked to some of the world's most deadly diseases including heart disease cancer diabetes
and alzheimer's disease among many others with that said scientists have learned that our diet
and the foods that we put into our body plays a major role in increased inflammation over
time while many of the common foods that we eat are bad for our overall health the good news is
studies have shown that there are several foods with components that have anti-inflammatory
effects which can promote the health of all the major organs and systems within the body
and that is exactly what we are going to talk about in this video be sure to watch until the
end because there is one food that i think will surprise you so if you're ready let's get into it
a quick reminder we are not doctors this video is for informational purposes only
the first item on our list is none other than bone broth over the past few years bone broth
as a health drink has become increasingly popular among health-conscious individuals
it is created by simmering the bones and tissues of animals which results in a nutrient-rich liquid
that can be used in a variety of ways bone broth contains amino acids including glycine
and arginine that can have significant anti-inflammatory effects on the body
studies have shown that arginine in particular can help fight chronic inflammation that could
otherwise lead to heart disease diabetes arthritis and other serious conditions
tomatoes are another anti-inflammatory food that we need to discuss these fruits are filled with
vitamins and nutrients including lycopene which is an antioxidant known for its anti-inflammatory
properties despite technically being a fruit tomatoes can easily be consumed in a variety
of different ways with that said one thing to keep in mind when it comes to taking advantage of the
anti-inflammatory benefits is that tomatoes are delicious when eaten raw however your body can
absorb more lycopene from eating tomatoes that are cooked in comparison another superfood that
we need to mention is avocado as it turns out avocados are in fact useful for more than just
dressing up a piece of toast they are a great source of healthy fats and antioxidants which
can help alleviate the effects of inflammation in the body in fact researchers believe that this
anti-inflammatory food can even counteract the effects that comes from eating unhealthy foods
therefore if you're looking for a healthy and tasty addition to your anti-inflammatory diet
avocados are the perfect option to add to any salad or sandwich
olive oil is another powerful superfood with antioxidant properties that can naturally reduce
inflammation in the body by doing so it can also reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer
heart disease and arthritis studies have shown that the properties found in extra virgin
olive oil have similar effects on the body as ibuprofen when it comes to reducing inflammation
and the good thing about olive oil is that it can be used in so many ways which should make it a
staple in the pantry of every health conscious individual next up on our list is salmon many
people with arthritis and conditions caused by inflammation in the body try to eat a diet rich in
anti-inflammatory nutrients so for those looking to reduce chronic inflammation incorporating
salmon into your diet is one way to do just that salmon is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids which
work with the immune cells that play a key role in the body's inflammatory response this not
only helps reduce inflammation but it also helps strengthen the immune system to protect the body
from invading viruses and bacteria green tea is another powerful beverage that we need to discuss
unlike many other teas green tea is actually made from unoxidized leaves
which helps preserve the polyphenols that provide anti-inflammatory benefits it also
contains flavonoids and antioxidants that fight inflammation and slow the aging of your cells
green tea also contains a high amount of catechins which help destroy free radicals which can reduce
the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer in order to reap all the incredible benefits you can
aim to drink at least one to three cups of organic green tea per day next up on our list is pineapple
which is often an underappreciated healthy treat that is typically reserved for tropical getaways
what people don't realize is that pineapple offers some pretty impressive health benefits as well
it's actually loaded with vitamins nutrients and disease-fighting antioxidants pineapple also
contains properties that can help with digestion and decrease the amount of inflammation that is
present in the body to be a bit more specific fresh pineapple contains an enzyme known as
bromelain which has anti-inflammatory effects that can boost your immune system and lead to
a healthier daily life and we couldn't have made this video without mentioning broccoli
if you're like me you probably grew up refusing to eat this incredibly healthy side dish i know
i sure did for a large part of my life however thankfully over the years i've grown to love
this nutrient-filled food that offers many health benefits for the human body for starters broccoli
is loaded with fiber and vitamin a c and k it has also been shown to promote eye health
as well additionally broccoli is a rich source of camphor all which is a flavonoid that helps combat
allergies and reduce chronic inflammation in the body so if you've been avoiding broccoli all your
life now would be a great time to reconsider this bright green superfood by adding it to your diet
the next food on our list is mushrooms which is often surprising to most people mushrooms
are a great source of ergothioneine which is a powerful antioxidant that can help your body
combat inflammation not to mention mushrooms are loaded with other vitamins and nutrients as well
there are many different types of mushrooms which can make it difficult to know which ones to try
a few of our favorite healthy options include shiitake morel and porcini so whether you grill
them up toss them in pasta or incorporate them into your favorite dish you can't go wrong with
mushrooms as a part of your anti-inflammatory diet next up on our list is dark chocolate
if you're anything like me you've probably been eagerly awaiting the day for someone
to tell you that chocolate is actually good for you well get excited because today is that day
that is because studies have shown that the compounds found in dark chocolate can help reduce
inflammation in the body this is true for both 70 and 84 dark chocolate unfortunately these may not
have the smooth flavor that you get from milk chocolate but it certainly can satisfy a sweet
tooth scent sugar is actually at the very top of the list of foods that increase inflammation in
the body when you're craving something sweet dark chocolate is definitely the way to go
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millions of people around the world are looking for natural ways to improve their diet and reduce
inflammation hopefully the information that you learned in this video can help you do just that
with that said keep in mind that we are not doctors in this video should not be
taken as medical advice again this video is for informational purposes only but hopefully you
learned a thing or two and hopefully you're now one step closer to improving your overall health
and thus improving the overall quality of your life if so be sure to let us know down in the
comment section below and if you want to learn even more about this topic we do have a full
guide on our website i'll drop a link to it right below this video down in the description thank you
so much for watching all the way to the end have a blessed day and as always breathe easy my friends
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