Anti-Inflammatory DietInflammation is our body's first defense against infection and most of the time is considered a good thing, enabling our bodies to fend off various disease-causing bacteria, viruses, and parasites.  But when it becomes chronic, inflammation destroys the balance in the body and can lead to a host of illnesses and diseases playing a key role in premature aging.

Anti-Inflammatory Diet and Health 

Diseases and Health Conditions Linked to Chronic Inflammation:

  • Acid Reflux/Heartburn
  • Acne
  • Aging of the Skin (Fine lines and wrinkles, loss of firmness)
  • Allergies
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Bronchitis
  • Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Colitis
  • Cirrhosis
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Dermatitis
  • Diabetes
  • Emphysema
  • Eczema
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Fungal Infections
  • Gingivitis
  • Heart Disease
  • Hepatitis
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Insulin Resistance
  • Joint Pain
  • Metabolic Syndrome (Syndrome X)
  • Obesity
  • Osteoporosis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Periodontal Disease
  • Psoriasis
  • Scleroderma
  • Sinusitis
  • Tendonitis
  • Vaginitis
  

Causes of Chronic Inflammation:

  • Poor Diet  - Consuming foods high in refined sugar, refined carbohydrates, high glycemic foods, processed meats, and especially foods containing trans-fats (hydrogenated oils) like fried foods, fast foods, and many processed convenience foods

  • Chronic Food Allergies or Food Sensitivities

  • Obesity or Being Overweight

  • Stress - Chronic psychological, physical, and emotional stress

  • Enviromental Toxicity - Air, water, and food pollutants

  • Alcohol and Cigarette Smoking

  • A Sedentary Lifestyle (Little or no exercise)

 

How Do You Know if You Have Chronic Inflammation?

There are tests you can take to determine the level of inflammation in your body such as a C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test as well as a fasting blood insulin test.

How Do You Reduce Inflammation in the Body?

One of the easiest and most natural ways to reduce inflammation is to modify your diet and lifestyle choices. This means limiting or eliminating high-inflammation foods and opting for healthier anti aging, anti-inflammatory food choices, making exercise a priority, and if you smoke...QUIT!

What Kinds of Anti Aging Foods are Anti-Inflammatory?

  • Fruits and Vegetables - Brightly colored fruits and vegetables - Preferably organic

  • Good Proteins - Lean meats, poultry, seafood, low-fat dairy products, legumes, seeds, and nuts

  • Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids (EFA's) - Cold water oily fish, walnuts, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds

  • Healthy Fats - Extra virgin olive oil, avocado

  • Whole Grains - Whole wheat, barley, oats

  • Herbs and Spices - Garlic, ginger, tumeric, cinnamon

  • Teas - Green and white

Anti Aging Tip:  Reversing and controlling inflammation is critical for optimal health and longevity!  By reducing inflammation in your body, you'll not only look and feel younger, but you'll significantly lower your risk for chronic illness and disease!

Anti Aging Nutrition:  Check out this link for a great selection of books written by experts on the subject of Anti-Inflammatory Diet and Health 

Anti Aging Doctor, Dr. Nicholas Perricone considers inflammation the single most powerful cause of the signs of aging.  In this video, Dr. Perricone discusses the many benefits of consuming an anti-inflammatory diet.




UPDATE!!!  I hate to admit it, and as much as I try to, I don't always take my own advice.    Like so many others today, I found my self sinking into some self-sabotaging eating bahaviors and feeling very toxic!  Combining poor food choices with the symptoms my body was experiencing as I transition through the many stages of menopause, like lack of energy, mood swings, trouble sleeping etc., it was really taking a toll on my weight and health! 

Because I was experiencing such chronic fatigue, I no longer had the energy (or desire) to exercise on a regular basis and I found I was gaining weight, ESPECIALLY around my mid-section.  

I knew I had to change my bad eating habits and get my life back on track before it spiraled out of control!  Like many people, I thought I knew how to diet.  I've read numerous diet books throughout the years and have lost and gained weight more times than I can count, but still couldn't seem to get it under control.  The truth is... I'm sick to death of dieting!  But I knew that I had to learn to manage my weight issues if I want to be healthy and active!   

I decided to take my own advice and get all the facts on the healthiest anti aging / anti-inflammatory diets.  There are some really good books out there, but I ran across one that really caught my attention!  It's called The Diet Solution Program!  The Diet Solution Program is a fat loss / fat burning program that focuses on nutrition and health and is getting rave reviews not only from it's many happy customers, but nutrition and fitness experts as well!  

Written by Isabel De Los Rios, a certified nutritionist and exercise specialist, this popular ebook comes with easy to follow daily meal plans, anti-inflammatory food recipes, a success journal, and a 90 day money back guarantee, so I figured what do I have to lose?!

I purchased the ebook on October 19th and today is November 1st.  When I stepped on the scale this morning, I was elated to see that I have dropped 10.5 lbs in 2 weeks!!!   And I have to admit, I feel absolutely FABULOUS!  My energy level is up, my skin looks radiant, my brain fog has lifted, my jeans are getting loose, and I feel better than I have in years!  This program is AWESOME, and like they claim, the recipes really are simple and delicious!  I believe I have FINALLY found a program (NOT diet), that will work for me long term.

The Diet Solution Program is not another short term fad diet or diet scheme, this ebook is well-written and easy to follow and is perfect for people who have struggled with their weight their whole life and are sick and tired of diet programs that just don't work long term.

I still have 30 more lbs. to go to reach my goal and I will keep you updated on my progress.

Would I recommend The Diet Solution Program?  Absolutely!!!  I love it!!! I give it a five star rating!

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