5 anti-inflammatory foods you can consume

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5 anti-inflammatory foods you can consume

• 1. Avocados
• Avocados are considered a superfood and for good
  reason! Avocados are rich in healthy fats - which
  is the monounsaturated fats in addition to fiber,
  potassium, magnesium and vitamins. It is one of
  the most popular anti inflammatory foods and can
  be consumed in various different ways. You can
  either add a slice to your sandwiches and snacks
  or make guacamole out of avocados.
• 2. Berries
• Berries like strawberries, blueberries,
  blackberries and more are rich in antioxidants
  that help fight inflammation, boost immunity and
  reduce the risk of heart diseases. Some
  laboratory studies also show that the chemicals
  in some berries like blueberries may also help in
  preventing cancer. Not only are they extremely
  healthy, but they're also delicious!

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• 3. Broccoli
• Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable just like
  cauliflowers, kale and Brussels sprouts. Its
  extremely rich in antioxidants and studies have
  shown that broccoli may help reduce the risk of
  cardiovascular diseases. It contains antioxidants
  like sulforaphane which have anti-inflammatory
  properties. What makes this vegetable an absolute
  show-stopper is that it can be consumed both raw
  and cooked.
• 4. Shellfish
• Some research suggests that zinc helps reduce
  inflammation and shellfish like oysters,
  lobsters, crab and shrimp are a rich natural
  source of zinc. Some individuals prefer consuming
  zinc tablets in cases of deficiency, but the need
  shouldnt arise if you get your daily intake of
  zinc from natural food sources.
• 5. Tomatoes
• Tomatoes are powerful sources of nutrients for
  the body. Not only are they rich in antioxidants
  (which have anti-inflammatory properties), but
  theyre power packed with vitamin C, potassium
  and a lot more nutrients. Some studies suggest
  that consuming tomatoes - whether juiced or in
  meals, can help reduce inflammation and may also
  reduce the risk of cancer.