Anti-Inflammatory Diet.

Chronic inflammation has been noted to be a major cause of many serious sicknesses such as heart ailments, various cancers and even Alzheimer’s diseases.Although inflammation forms part of the bodies immune response,without which we can’t heal,when it gets out of control it can potentially damage the body.A case of such is arthritis.

 

Foods high in sugar and saturated fats can easily spur inflammation.These foods have been found to cause over activity in the immune system which can lead to joint pains,fatigue and damage to blood vessels.However there are foods that can curb inflammation.

 

 

 

An anti-inflammatory diet suggests:

• Eating plenty of foods and vegetables.
• Minimizing saturated and trans fats.
• Eating a good source of omega-3 fatty acids such as fish or fish oil supplements.
• Watching your intake of refined carbohydrates such as pasta and white rice.
• Eating plenty of whole grains.
• Eating lean protein sources such as chicken.
• Avoiding refined foods.
• Spice it up.Ginger,curry and other spices can have an anti-inflammatory effect.

Summary

Most adults need to consume between 2,000 and 3,000 calories a day. Adult women should consume between 160 to 200 grams of carbohydrates a day. Adult men should consume between 240 to 300 grams of carbohydrates a day.

On a 2000-calorie-a a day diet,600 calories can come from fat-that is about 67 grams.

The best way to obtain your daily vitamins, minerals and micronutrients is by eating a diet high in fresh foods with an abundance of fruits and vegetables.

To get maximum natural protection against age-related diseases(including cardiovascular diseases,cancer and neurodegenerative disease) as well as against environmental toxicity,eat a variety of fruits and vegetables.

Try to eat 40 grams of fibre a day.You can achieve this by increasing your consumption of fruit,especially berries ,vegetables(especially beans) and whole grains.