Avoid these foods to combat chronic inflammation.
If you suffer from chronic inflammation,avoiding the worst foodsfor inflammation is especially important.
Here are the foods health experts say you should avoid to reduce chronic inflammation.
We’re talking about sugars that areaddedto foods to sweeten them.
For some good news, your sweet tooth may be happy to learn that honey has been shown toreduceinflammation.
HFCS is a favorite of food processors because it’s cheaper and sweeter than sugar.
Examples are packaged snacks, like chips and cookies, non-dairy creamers, and microwaveable meals.
Among other likely offenders are commercial baked goods and deep-fried foods.
A 2019 study found that processed meat protein, in particular, promoted inflammation in mice.
On the other hand, whole grains contain the entire grain kernel: bran, germ, and endosperm.
“Aim to make at least half of your grains whole,” Largeman-Roth advises.
Fried Foods
Deep-fried foodsfrench fries, fried chicken, and donutsare typically an inflammation trigger.
Studies have shown that when your body breaks down alcohol, it produces a series of inflammatory compounds.
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When browsing the cereal aisle, aim for high-fiber, low-sugar brands.
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