Inflammation has been a very hot topic of discussion this year. If you struggle with gas, bloating and constipation you are most likely dealing with inflammation of the digestive tract. Inflammation i caused by a variety of processed foods we consume such as: sugar, processed carbohydrates like pizza and white pasta, vegetable oil, processed meats and grain fed meat. The Standard American Diet otherwise known as S.A.D. (Ironic right? I think not.) is full of processed foods that can lead to inflammation, allergies, asthma, heart disease, diabetes, heart disease and obesity. All of which are plaguing our country today.
The good news is that if you struggle with any of the above issues you can actually tackle your inflammatory issues with antioxidant rich foods such as: leafy greens, berries, tomatoes, nuts and seeds, olive oil and fatty fish. This article from Baptist Health South Florida states that it is best to get your nutrients from the natural source, food, rather than supplements. “The reason is that supplements aren’t regulated by the FDA, so their potency levels can’t really be trusted.”
Here is a short meal plan to help fight inflammation:
Morning Detox Drink: 8 oz water, 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar, juice of one lemon and a dash of cayenne pepper.
Breakfast: 2 egg whites plus one yolk scrambled with spinach, onions and tomatoes.
Lunch: Quinoa grain bowl with avocado, grilled chicken, greens, red onion, 1 oz. feta cheese and slivered almonds topped with a drizzle of olive oil, red w one vinegar and oregano.
Dinner: Macro platter with 4-6 oz. salmon, asparagus and 1/2 sweet potato.
Dessert: 1 C Berries with coconut whipped topping.
For more advice on inflammation fighting foods check out this post from my friends over at Baptist Health South Florida.
